Norway, all things considered.
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Welcome to my Norway web site!
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Norsk Bunad
“You can take the girl out the country, but you can’t take the country out of the girl.”
Isfjorden in winter.
Yes, at age 18, trying my wings, I left my home in Isfjorden, which is a small village in Romsdal, and came to the United States.
Breathtaking view from Romsdal Mountains.
After an experience-rich childhood in my country, full of beautiful, breathtaking nature,
history; old Nordic customs and folk tales still sings in my soul. Sometimes I "go back" to my fun-filled days of hiking in our mountains; picking wild strawberries and catching brook trout with my bare hands.
I left behind the stories of terrible looking Norwegian troll and huldrer, that live in the caves and halls in Norway's huge, tall blue mountains. These creatures also lurks underneath the old stone bridges in villages and towns. The memories of all these stories of old are still is part of me.
Norwegian Troll
Norwegian traditions, a bit of history; an informal peak at the arts, foods and flavors of Scandinavia and a way of life are some of the things I brought with me to the USA, the great international melting pot, called America.
The Scream/Skriket in Norwegian (1910)
One of four versions of this famous painting by the Norwegian artist,
Edward Munch displayed at the Munch Museum, Oslo.
Cruise Ship on the Fjord
Photo by Arna Haga, Isfjorden, Norway
When people ask me, "Where are you from?" (I still have an Norwegian accent.) I sing my answer back... "All the way from Norway"
If you browse around on my pages you will find photos, stories, facts from my Nordic country. To find out about Norwegian Foods,
click here
Norwegian Christmas Blotkake
Lean and tasty
Norwegian Jarlsberg Cheese
When I arrived in the United States, I couldn’t wait to take a trip to a store, so "right off the boat", I went to the corner market to buy a head of lettuce. It was all green and round--I came back with cabbage.
Replica of a Viking house from the Iron Age
located in my hometown, by Hen Skole, Isfjorden, Romsdal
I didn’t want to ask for help — must be the Norwegian Viking spirit in me. It sound dumb, but I didn't go shopping for groceries at home.
That’s pretty much the way I still am — sassy, stubborn, independent and adventurous — wanting to do things my way. Most of the time I land on my feet, but sometimes- NOT
Viking Map (left)
Oh, in case you want to know the meaning of the word "hei" - it is the same as saying hi or hello, but not the same as saying hello on the telephone - that is "hallo".
So, hang on to your hats - here we go to Norway. Hei!
Mini Viking Ship
Viking Blog
Get a personal glimpse of Norway through my funny stories, pictures, traditions, facts of Norway and tasty family recipes.
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Norway
Want to discover the many wonders of Norway? Find here some of the highlights of this beautiful Kingdom of the North.
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Norway Facts
Interested in Norway? You've come to the right place to find Norway facts.
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Government of Norway
Learn about the Government of Norway.
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The Royal Family of Norway
Ever wondered what the Royal Family of Norway is like? Why are they so loved by the Norwegian people?
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People
Who the people of Lapland? Find out here about the Sami people, also called Laplanders.
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Norwegian Currency Norsk Valuta
Want info on Norwegian Currency? Find it here.
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Norwegian Economy
Looking for information on the Norwegian Economy? Stop in for interesting economic facts on Norway.
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Weather in Norway
How is the Weather in Norway? Find out here about the climate and seasons of Norway.
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Proper Etiquette in Norway
Etiquette? Who cares about Etiquette anyway? The Norwegians do - find out here.
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Foods of Norway
Foods of Norway are some of the best reasons to love this country. Find here great recipes and cooking ideas.
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Norwegian Recipes in English
Looking for Free Traditional Norwegian Recipes? Find new and traditional Norwegian Recipes in English here.
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Norwegian Breakfast
Did you know that you'll find delicious seafood on the Norwegian breakfast table? Wow, no wonder that Norske Vikinger are a healthy bunch!! Read about it here.
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Norwegian Viking Food
In-the-ground-cooking at its best, dating back to 700 AD. Find recipe here for ancient Viking food.
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Caviar
Caviar, how delicious. Here are ideas how to spark up your food with Norwegian/Norsk kaviar.
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Norwegian Glogg, the Viking Drink
One sip of potent warm Glogg and you instantly have an insight into how the Norwegian people so easily cope with the long, cold, snowy nights in this Winter Wonderland.
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Lefse Story
Lefse Story? What in the world is lefse? Stop in and learn all about this traditional food of Norway.
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Lefse Baking by Kari
You must be kidding, another Norwegian lefse recipe. Yup, and there are more lefse recipes to come...Find recipe and pictures of Kari's Lefse baking here. Wow, is it ever gooooooood!
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Norwegian Lutefisk
Lutefisk, love it or leave it. Seriously, it is delicious and very Norwegian.
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Norwegian National Costumes
Ever wondered what Norwegian National Costumes are all about? Find pictures and information here.
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Norwegian Language
Learn about the fascinating aspects of the Norwegian language.
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Norwegian Alphabet
Pronounce the Norwegian Alphabet by using my easy method here.
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English to Norwegian Translations Greetings and Phrases
Do you want to learn Norwegian? Begin now by reading English to Norwegian Translations Greetings and Phrases. Find it here.
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Norsk Engelsk Ordbok Familie
Hei!! Kom og kikk pa lille Norsk Engelsk Ordbok Familie.
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Nobel Prize
What is the Nobel Prize? How did it have its beginning? Who was Albert Bernhard Nobel?
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Send Norway Mountain Ecards here for free.
Entice folks to visit Norway by sending fantastic Norway Mountain Ecards for free.
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Norway Mountains Norwegian Nature
Glad you stopped by to find out about the amazing beauty of Norway mountains Norwegian nature. Enjoy!
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Midsummer Night in Norway
Midsummer Night in Norway.
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Norwegian Boat Building
Learn Norwegian Boat Building. Read about a village in Norway where they still build Viking ships.
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Mass Grave of Vikings Found in England
Mass Grave of Vikings Found in England. What happened to at least 249 Norwegian Vikings? Find out here.
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Eldhuset
Eldhuset ? What's that? It was a small house on the Norwegian farm where the woman did most of their cooking and baking. Read all about it here.
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Funny Story
Here is a funny story about the first time I made Norwegian potato dumplings/potetball. Send along your unusual cooking story and we'll laugh together.
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Norway via Mallorca
Travel to Norway via Mallorca? I did it and so can you. Enjoy the beautiful beaches, shopping in Mallorca and the glorious nature and culture of Norway.
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Michigan Vacation Rental
Looking for a Michigan Vacation Rental cabin on a beautiful lake? You came to the right place. At the Blue Lake House you can have tons of fun and save money too.. We'll leave the lights on for you.
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Timeshare around the World
Owning or renting a timeshare could be one of the best ways to see our wonderful world.
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Build a Web Site
Want to build a web site? Learn how you can create and manage your own web site and have fun doing it.
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Making Money on the Internet
Here is how I am making money on the internet. It is easy. Learn about it here.
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About me in a Nutshell
Find out about me and some of my adventures from remodeling "this ol house" to "flying" off dad's wood shed. Stop in.
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Contact
Want to write me a note? Here is how you can contact me.
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