It has been a nice day today; we've had some friends visiting. First, Lasse Niskala, Roope's very good friend is staying with us for the weekend. He is a great photographer and he took some pics of our animals. The photos on this post are taken by him. (take a look at some of his phenomenal photos HERE )

Then Roope had his bass-student over and his mom came to have a chat and a cup of coffee in the meanwhile. They are our neighbours and have stables with 14 (I think that's correct number) Islandic Horses. She is really nice and it was fun having her over.

In the evening a whole family of friends joined us; Suvi and Jussi came over with they daughters Ronja and Meeri. Sauna, friends, and a good meal - can you think of a better way to spend your Friday evenings? :)

So, today has been "nothing much and quite a lot" at the same time.


Other than today... well... it has been work work work and some studies. I am getting my studies done in schedule, visited doctor's yesterday and am waiting for an operation for my right hand wrist. AND have only three more night sifts before my winter holiday! That is something to look forwards!


One more thing... Lotta will have puppies. On the March 8 th is the due date. So that is exciting!!

She has gone home

The new year of 2009 has barely began - and already both joy and sorrow have been a part of it... I guess, that's what life is all about...

One of the most amazing (is not "the most") women of God I have ever known and met has moved on from this world to the next one, to meet her Lord and Savior. She battled with ALS for 18 months, shared her heart with the world in her blog, and finally moved on, leaving behind many thankful and grieving hearts. Her blog is well worth reading, if you haven't done so yet!

http://maralynsupdates.blogspot.com/2009/01/thirsty-for-jesus.html

Iguana Christmas

There is just too much going on in my head - so rather than trying to put it all here, I say nothing. :) Or maybe just a little...

Our green iguana had a nice Christmas, as you can see from the pic. So did the rest of our animals - and us humans. As I have already mentioned, Roope and I worked all Christmas. But that was really nice and we did have a good time with the kids.

New Year 2009 is on its way, not too far anymore. We are waiting for some friends to come over and will enjoy some good time with them as the year changes. Until the next year. Be blessed, you all, whosoever, are reading!