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rena's avatar

"Støre's discussions of everything from Arctic security to food prices suddenly made this balance feel less accidental and more deliberate, the careful work of governance that makes such harmony possible."

I am envious. The US had the opportunity to govern in this fashion. Since Reagan, we sunk further into a mess with our obsession of non-issues and defense of irresponsible capitalism. Now it will be nearly impossible to turn the ship around. Thank you for the tour! Love the photos!

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anne's avatar

Alexander, what a beautiful post! Many weeks ago I commented on what I called your “love letter to America”. This is a “love letter to Oslo”

to which I’d like to move after reading it and re-reading it😊

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Evelyne Luethy's avatar

I don't know you, but I think you'd love Oslo or maybe Bergen or Trondheim. Oh, I just thought Ålesund - that could totally be your vibe. Sorry, I'll butt out again. Have a lovely day.

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Evelyne Luethy's avatar

You just reminded me that I need to do the Oslo top 5 I promised people. Thanks!

Exquisite pictures! Love the man on stilts in the water. The view from the Munch Museum is stunning. I was there for almost sunset. Your relatives must have loved you as their tour guide.

“What are we discussing before we leave the kitchen table and go to work” – those are the issues that need to be tackled. Such a Scandinavian approach. One we could learn from.

I’ve only seen pictures of Norway’s National Day and your description of a proud family day out fit with what it looks like. Thanks for sharing that.

Okay, enough daydreaming about Norway. That was much needed. Thank you.

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Marian Noë's avatar

👌 📜 ☺️ 🙏

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Judith L Hubbard's avatar

A city and nation to dream about, lacking chaos and supporting our ever determined world neighbors in Ukraine! 🇺🇦 So pleased you were able to share this delightful beautiful city with family!

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