I attended the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival at Saint Edwards State Park this past Sunday (June 24) This event was put together by Skandia Folkdance Society. The event stayed true to the Swedish celebration. There were attendees in traditional folk costume. There was a parade prior to the highlight of the event, the garlanded maypole (majstång) was raised successfully that afternoon. There was a…
Tag: June
One year ago today
It was one year ago today (June 01, 2011) that I left my home of twenty plus years for the unknown, to a place that I’ve never visited, but intuition told me was the right place for me. Seattle, Washington; it made sense; I love the climate, overcast, rainy, and cool. Culture is rich and…