I have always loved telling stories. Reliving epic adventures from the past, due to some obscure flashback is one of the best feelings I know.
It all started when my parents ripped the 14-year old teenager me out from my familiar surroundings in Turku, Finland to move abroad. Despite great misgivings and angst (that I am to this date somewhat ashamed of) the world welcomed me with open arms. Looking back, this was a crucial turning point in my life, as things could have gone very differently. Since then, I have had the pleasure and privilege to experience great adventures and get to know amazing people. Armed with a positive attitude and a hefty dose of luck, I have managed to navigate through some trickier situations as well.
During the years I have accumulated quite a few stories from all over the world. I hugely enjoy reminiscing these adventures alone, with friends or (let’s be frank) with anyone willing to listen. A friend of mine once noted, that “the best thing about your stories, is the fact that as you constantly tell them, these great moments don’t disappear”. However, my memory is not limitless and stories tend to live a little as time goes by. This is my main motivation for starting this blog. I write to remember.
We all have our own story and they are all equally valuable. Here you can catch a glimpse of mine. Enjoy the ride!
Erik