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Australia

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Phew! That has been very hectic 2 weeks in my life. I just moved to Australia for my student exchange and I can tell, moving to another country is not the easiest thing to do haha! Preparing for my exchange has been 1,5 years long process and required a lot of effort and time, but I am finally here enjoying the sunshine and the companionship of my lovely boyfriend!!! Last weeks in Finland were stressing because of  all of the last minute preparations and I haven't avoided problems after arriving to Australia either, actually every singe thing that could have gotten wrong has gone wrong I think! XD Just to make a short list... Bad plane ticket and too little luggage included. Rent payment online got messed up and never received the land lord. Problems with arranging transportation in Australia. Bad service at the airport. Money lost in money exchange. And once I have left Finland and thought all the problems are behind, I arrive in Australia just to notice the apa...

Last days of Finnish winter

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Today I had a lovely walk in the snowy woods with my dear mom. The weather was absolutely beautiful! It was a cold and sunny winter day with crisp,refreshing air and fluffy,fresh snow as light as feather. We were walking along a tiny trail in the woods while the sun was shining behind the trees making the fresh snow sparkle like diamonds. After walking a while we heard funny noise and finally saw a woodpecker pecking an old tree. That was actually the only noise you were able to hear in the snow covered forest. Otherwise it was just quiet and peaceful. I loved having a relaxing walk with my mom in the silent winter wonderland and it was a very nice break from the busy routine. It was just a perfect day and perfect weather to enjoy the last moments of winter in Finland and the companionship of my family.        Because... In two days I'll be traveling to Australia for my student exchange! :D  I'll spend there the next 6 months studying,traveling and exp...