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The dorrbell kept ringing today with all the cute Påskkärringar coming around to get their sweets. It's been a popular tradition since the 1800's in Sweden, with the kid all dressed up like colorful witches, riding their brooms to Blåkulla. [During the terrible witch hunt in the 17th century (mostly) women were executed being accused of having partecipated in the Devil's banquet on Maundy Thursday, on the island of Blåkulla.] ...

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Travelling North in April means going back in time for what nature concerns, Spring is just breaking out and although the sun is keeping us company, an icy wind is blowing. Nothing will stop us since time is precious and the most simple things are the most valuable of course. A nature walk, a city stroll, a quick look HERE and for the brave ones, even an icecream...

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