Vappu

Popularly known as International Workers' Day - 1st of May is something completely different in Finland. "Vappu" is one of the biggest carnival-like celebration/festival celebrated in the streets of towns and cities. For the past 8 odd months I have spent in Finland, I haven't seen or experienced any festival that is celebrated with such

CREATING MEMORIES IN LAPLAND

*Lapland is the largest and northernmost region in Finland. Lapland is the home of about 3.4% of Finland's population, and is by far the least densely populated area in the country. The journey began on January 30th 2018. I boarded the train to Rovaniemi from Helsinki at 23:13 EET. I was filled with excitement and

‘Cheerful Dancers and Happy Parents’

Instead of writing my own experience I thought it would be great to share the experience of two other people, of an event that we were all a part of. P.S. It was my first time dancing in front of an huge group of audience. Thanks to Ilomantsin Lukio and AFS for making this possible. 

Be an Eagle

What Animal Am I As A Writer   I f I had to be an animal as a writer, I’d choose the EAGLE. As a writer one of the most important points to keep in mind is to inspire/make a difference in the readers’ life. It is known that eagles fly alone, whenever, wherever and

Looking back at the beginning of my Exchange Year

Yes! Exchange Year. I am currently an Exchange Student in Finland! Time flies. I've successfully completed 6 months out of 10 months (4 months left) The first article I'm posting here is a #repost of something I had written during the first month here in Finland. Reading this now makes me feel motivated and feel