Posts From: Relationships


Before coming to Sweden, I read from various sources on the interwebs that Swedes are a very closed group of people. In other words, it’s like pulling teeth for them to warm up to you. I can tell you from personal experience that this is nearly 200% true and boy do I wish I was a dentist who could pluck those teeth with ease. If you don’t know this important …continue reading

You may have heard that Sweden is a bit less reserved than the U.S. in the relationship arena. Well, it’s true. For example, although the idea of couples living together before marriage has become more common in America, Sweden has the concept down pat. This post could continue down any number of fascinating paths, but today let’s keep it corralled to vocabulary. Yes, Swedes have invented words to encompass their …continue reading