Day:155, Words:155

It's hard to believe that less than a week ago, we were collectively hurling insults at the weather man and discussing plans of moving south after the days of snowfall and icy stormy winds that broke our hearts ...and our trampolines. Today was bliss. T- shirts were disgarded, barbeques were lit and ice-creams were devoured. Many took to the mountains, others preferred boats and fishing.

Although the temperature was only 15 degrees, the long awaited arrival of a warm sun even sent some brave souls into the Norwegian sea, if only for a brief moment. The glorious sounds of trickling streams and singing birdlife reminded us as to why we are here. The nights are still and serene as the sun continues to shine down on those taking up the opportunity for a midnight stroll, bike ride or a cruise on the mirror like fjords.

The week ahead looks promising. Perhaps the old wives were right?