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A groundbreaking new study has revealed some extraordinary and suprising results. People in Northern Norway are most upset when the weather is bad! Other studies have shockingly revealed that people drink more on Fridays than Tuesdays and that those living in Finnmark prefer their coffee black.

Still on the topic of the current, less than satisfactory, summer conditions, the upcoming cloudberry season may be ruined due to cold temperatures and rain. These little orange clumps of delight, are heavily sought after and a range of Autumn recipes rely on their abundance. The maturation process of the cloudberries are at least two weeks late, according to local berry experts. They report that although there will be enough to satisfy the Christmas Eve dessert requirements, it appears there won't be much left over to store in the freezer.

With all this rain and wind, the Øksfjord landscape has taken on a very Irish look. The lush grass and the fast growing trees makes for a green scene. Moss is crawling over the mountain, and the waterfalls and rivers are flowing as quickly as ever. The kids seem to be undeterred by the wet conditions as they camp in their backyard tents, ride their bikes and bounce on their soggy trampolines.