What a difference a couple of weeks makes. House hunting in Sweden and spending time with dear friends. They helped with the search with their computers and four wheel drives. The houses I had lined up for viewing didn't work out. The big old farm houses at great prices have draw backs as you would expect. No mains water, sewage, heating. Almost none existent road access. You need twice the money to fix them up, and it's still a risk. Thanks to an agent called Fredrik for opening my eyes to other possibilities. I hope he makes a sale with me, but suspect he won't. I found a place towards the end of my trip I might want to make an offer on, so I'm heading back in a couple of weeks to pursue that one. It would be wonderful to get the job done ready for the Spring, but I will not rush. Rushing will cost me thousands. Nice and steady.
Time with friends was wonderful. Outside an early winter snow storm lashes the windows. Inside we have a Stieg Larsson movie unfortunately without subtitles. The violence and sex in the story need no translation. The court room drama is totally impenetrable to me. I don't care, I am content and comfortable. The winter weather isn't putting me off. It's atmospheric (yes I know in the forest alone would feel different). Given a good reason I would stay here for sure.
My first Scandinavian adventure was Nordkapp. What I am doing right now is every bit as exciting and challenging. Bring it on. I am ready!!
Thanks to those who provided houses to view, beds and wonderful meals, a car, and wonderful friendship. See you in a couple of weeks.
Before I flew out I almost got the shed finished. I'll tidy it up when the stormy British Autumn weather allows.
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