Culture Shock

Norway As It Should Be (Check out the pictures below)

Kristie — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:00:53 +0000

If you have been reading my blog since I have moved to Oslo, Norway you will probably remember that I was very disappointed with the weather last winter. It seemed to take forever for it to finally snow and when it did it did not last long. One thing that this California girl was really [...]

What My Statistics Reveal

Kristie — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 02:00:38 +0000

Since I started my blog I have always kept up on the statistics of this site. But since I have not been writing as much lately, I have also not been checking my statistics either. Sometimes it is so interesting what you can find when you check out the statistics of your site. For example, I cannot [...]

The New Juicer

Kristie — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 11:38:25 +0000

Well, we just bought a juicer here in Oslo (for quite the pretty penny - uh - I mean krone :). Yes, it was not cheap (like anything else in Norway) but I think it was worth it. It is so cool. I swear there is such a powerful motor in this machine, I really [...]

Your Comments

Kristie — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 11:32:24 +0000

I know that I have not been posting very frequently lately…but I have really enjoyed everyone’s comments! It is so great to have virtual conversations with people all around the world. Some happy, some confused, and some seem a little angry at me for my opinions. I do welcome all comments…but will continue to have [...]

Fitness Xpress in Oslo, Norway

Kristie — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 19:52:09 +0000

I have to give you all an update about my workout regime here in Norway. I have posted before listing the gyms that I know of here in Oslo and hoped that help some of you out finding a place to workout. I personally go to Fitness Xpress. I have to say that I LOVE this [...]

The Housing Shortage In Oslo, Norway

Kristie — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:05:48 +0000

So those of you who are here with me in Oslo, Norway are probably very aware of the housing shortage. You are probably even more aware of it if you are looking for a place to live (like we are). It is really frustrating and difficult to find anything reasonable. And you can forget hoping [...]

An Unplanned Blogging Break

Kristie — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:02:24 +0000

Well, I’m sure you all have noticed my site has not been working at all. I am pretty busy right now, but will be back to regular blogging pretty soon (I hope). As far as life is going right now, I am starting to do photography again this week and Marius and I are having a [...]

Education And Schools In Norway

Kristie — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:43:00 +0000

This entry is part 10 of 10 in the series The Expatriates Guide To Living And Working In NorwayOne thing that I can share about the education and schools in Norway is that I have heard very consistently from people who live in Norway (foreigners and Norwegian nationals) that one huge benefit of the amount [...]

Housing In Norway / Buying Or Renting Property In Norway

Kristie — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 17:22:09 +0000

This entry is part 7 of 10 in the series The Expatriates Guide To Living And Working In NorwayI wanted to talk a little about housing in Norway. I have personally not bought or rented property since I have been in Norway, but have found some helpful information on the internet that I can share [...]

Finding Work In Norway

Kristie — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:06:23 +0000

This entry is part 5 of 10 in the series The Expatriates Guide To Living And Working In NorwayThe Introduction: So you are a new expat, and are in Norway now and are looking for a job. It is always challenging for foreigners who do not speak the countries native language to find jobs, but one [...]