"It seems to be saying,
Of coarse there will be fear.
But this is why we stand in line,
Spend that time, make that climb,
To finally feel the other side,
And it's all down hill from here."
- David Wilcox
We are finally at the top of our 'roller coaster,' ready to feel the other side and hoping it is all down hill from here! Today officially marks the 1/2 way point for our odyssey. 13 down...13 to go!
Happy May Day to all and Happy Vappu to everyone in Finland. Today we were able to experience our second Vappu celebration. Things have not changed much from last year. Still a day where all the business are closed, public intoxication is encouraged and public urination is tolerated, balloons are sold for 10 Euros each, and graduates old and new are passed out in the park with their white hats still resting on their head. Rather than picnicking with the crowd of thousands, we played at a deserted neighborhood park and then grabbed an ice cream cone while we strolled through Kaivopuisto just long enough for me to take a few pictures.
The beginning of May also marks a big turning point here in Helsinki. All retail shops have been closed on Sundays since the end of August. They will now open from 12-1800 each Sunday...only until summer comes to end again.
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