Author Archives: Anna

Dear readers,

I would like to tell you that I haven´t forgotten you. A lot of things are happening in my life, eg I have travelled some. When I was in France, I had plenty of time to write, but unfortunately, my computer screen was disrupted, so I couldn´t do anything but share some photos on Instagram. I will write more later. Til then, take care.

Anna

I remember Easter being a sunny holiday. Not this year. However, earlier this week, I went jogging and I was happy about seeing some sunshine. News is loading us about the USA protectionism. Customs everywhere. As I stated earlier, I am pleased about trade wars instead of real war. When I visited the USVI, I woke up to a rooster crowing at 4 am every morning. These roosters were allowed to be everywhere on the island. The Virgin Islands used to be Danish once upon a time, and I am ending by sharing a picture of a rooster with a happy Danish pastry.

It is as if the Cold War is back. Political tensions between the East and the West affect our everyday lives. Earlier this week, the Swedish government announced that billions will be invested to upgrade the Swedish defense in the coming years. Ministers are buying defense stocks. At the same time, it is as if politicians are turning a blind eye to the shootings and explosions that take place in Sweden. The focus is on foreign countries instead of domestic issues.

The communist party of the time with Gorbachev’s glasnost and perestroika has since long been forgotten. With that, Gorbachev’s counterpart Ronald Reagan on the American side is also gone. A relatively aggressive American geopolitics has now replaced those days. I hope that the balance between East and West will be stable, that is, rather a trade war than a war in its true sense. What is needed now is a peacemaker, someone who can unite ideologies.

In the midst of all this, it is important to find positive energy in your everyday life. I listen to music, meet friends, and go for a walk with Molly. Furthermore, I am looking for new and exciting recipes to cook. I remind myself of journeys I have done, and I plan new trips. At the same time, I hope that we can agree on a time for either summer or winter time. On Sunday, it is officially summer again.

We are heading towards brighter times, and this is one of the best times of the year. When it gets brighter, some flowers defy the winter and look forward. At the same time, I carry experience and know that nature can give setbacks right up until April. My gloves will have to stay in my handbag for a while.

It is a turbulent time in the world. Of course, I am affected, and above all, I think of the people who lost their lives in the fighting in Ukraine. To relax, I exercise because it gives me a lot of positive energy. We have also heard in the news that we should exercise so that we are ready if Sweden were to be attacked by a foreign power.

In addition to physical activity, I am aware that my epigenetic clock is affected by my diet. During my trip to the USA, I enjoyed a wonderful salad for lunch. Isn’t it tempting? At the same time, I wonder how my DNA is doing—my silent and active genes, my biological age.