It's a strange thing to think or say, but I can honestly tell that my family is from here. Not that I've had an instant connection with anyone, just that mannerisms, actions, looks, etc. all seem familiar. People walk in the rain with only a rain coat on un-bothered by it, some not even wearing a hood. They're also happy and outgoing in familiar settings or around those they know, but shy around those they don't. The lifestyle is also similar. Seeing the country side by train made me realize this. There are simple wooden houses in the middle of beautiful country side.
Although I haven't spent that much time in Norway yet, and I would love for it to be warmer than 45°, I love it here. The trees are like home with mapel and Madronas, it rains, people are outside despite the cold spring, everything is lush and green, and all beautifully surrounded by water. Today I walked around the main parts of town exploring the royal palace, shopping center, and eating a traditional Norwegian dinner of lamb, some sludge stuff - that was delicious, and potatoe dumplings. Tomorrow, I'm headed to Bergen to see the fjords and I can't wait! It'll definitely be a highlight of my trip.
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