Thursday, May 11, 2006








And so you all can stop holding your breath now...
From top to bottom: 1) Enjoying the summer-like conditions on the best place possible; 2) Well, maybe the second best place; 3) The outside of Turku Castle; 4) King Erik XIV's favorite home away from home; 5) I would like to say this is my boat, but alas they don't pay me enough (hint, hint); 6) An artsy shot of an artist's workshop (from the Handicrafts Museum); 7) A view of Turku Cathedral from the harru (meaning hilltop park in Finnish).

On a sad note, my friend Larita passed away on Monday:( For those of you who did not know her, she was a joy to be around. Larita had an endless supply of positive energy and love for those around her. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know her. I am even more blessed that I could help her during her darkest time. I am grateful that her suffering has finally come to an end.

Love you and miss you all!

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Anna- I'm sorry to hear about Larita-I wish I could be in Finland to give you a hug, but alas this will have to do. Imagine my arms around you right now. I mailed a letter yesterday, in response to yours. At the post office they said it would take 4-7 days. So I just discovered the comments section, and have to say I've loved hearing about your adventures, peculiar (laundry anyone?) and otherwise after my jealousy subsides of course :). I'm currently at work typing this on company time, but I hope to here from you soon. Lovin' the snail mail. Meghan

Anonymous said...

Anna!

wow, gorgeous pictures! are we gonna have to pry you away when your 2 months are up? =) glad you're having a great time

Anonymous said...

Annie love the picture of the artist table. See color can be good. Love Dad

Anonymous said...

Hi Sweetie! I'm so sorry about Larita...consider yourself hugged my me too! The pics, especially the artist's table, are gorgeous...we'll be wanting one of those to hang on the new pic wall! What a treat for the turkey to visit Turku...did you tell everyone there who you were?
Love, mummy

Anonymous said...

Hi sis-
LOVE LOVE LOVE the pics! The firefighting professionals in NYC have nothin' on you :)
I miss you, but I am so excited to be able to share this with you through your amazing pictures. Armond says "the key to life is to drink lots of red wine" ????? ???? Who knows what all that is about!
MWHA- Lexie

Anonymous said...

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