by casblomberg | Aug 5, 2015 | culture, fun, language, Life, Reading, Stockholm, Sweden, Writing
Words are funny little critters. Maybe my fascination with them began during college when I worked at the local bookstore. The part-time job supplied me with access to unlimited books, just enough social engagement to make me happy, and a little pocket money to buy...
by casblomberg | Jul 29, 2015 | adventure, Art, Blog, Blogging, culture, fun, inspiration, Life, Stockholm, Sweden, Writing
On August 10, 1628, the Vasa, the crown jewel of the Swedish Navy, made her maiden voyage. She got a grand total of about 1300 meters before she keeled over. For those of you who like comparisons, that’s about the same distance as four and a half Eiffel Towers...
by casblomberg | Jul 22, 2015 | Blog, Blogging, Book, fun, Reading
It’s summer. It’s supposed to be anyway. The sun hasn’t shown up. It’s cold and wet and rainy, but the kids are home from school and rather than focusing on writing during the day (I’m still writing, but I’ve been sneaking away at...
by casblomberg | Jul 15, 2015 | adventure, Blog, Blogging, Courage, fun, poetry, Reading, Stockholm, Sweden, Writing
I’ve mentioned before how I love new experiences. If there’s a large crowd, I’ll start to feel smothered, but, in general, I’m fascinated by events and people. Add anything about writing, poetry, the craft, or reading into the mix and I’m...
by casblomberg | Jun 3, 2015 | Blog, Blogging, family, Friendship, fun, Life
Most people like symmetry. Balance. Things that line up together. Not me. Give me crooked any day. A crooked car would be difficult to drive. But a crooked house, as long as it had a stable foundation, would be awesome! Crooked art. Asymmetrically designed furniture....
by casblomberg | May 27, 2015 | Blog, Blogging, creativity, fun, Writing
Have you ever been plugging along, in the middle of a great escape scene, only to realize you weren’t alone? Someone else was there, perhaps watching your every move? Most of the time these unexpected visitors are harmless. They show up and inspire you. They...
