Happy Independence day to all the Finns around the world!

What do I miss from Finland? Well, the answer is right below...

Here's a list of some facts (or not) about us Finns in an outsider's point of view:

1. Don't interrupt a conversation

2. Don't compare Finland to other countries

3. Tip less

4. Don't brag

5.Don't wear clothes in the sauna

6. Limit public displays of affection

7. Don't show up unannounced

8. Remove your shoes

9. Don't comment on the Finnish ice-hockey team

10. Don't stare at Nordic walkers

Want to know more, go to Terri Mapes.

Independence day

December 6. is the Independence Day in Finland.

ps. Heard that there's snow on Buda side!

Here in Pest the sun is shining.

psps. It's Mikulas Nap in Hungary today,

so Santa Claus is coming to town.

Actually he's been here already some days,

Finnair brought him here from Rovaniemi.