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Daylight saving time brought us brighter days. I really enjoy this time because it is still a while until midsummer. When the days slowly turn into darker days again. Soon the macadam will disappear from the roads. New waves of pollen, but not so much dust in the air. Maybe a turn of snow again. It is somehow a bit of a subdued atmosphere, even though it is Easter. Not as happy ambiance as it usually is. Could it be that Halloween has taken over the tradition of Easter witches? I didn’t see a sole Easter witch on Maundy Thursday. I put a little rouge on my own cheeks on Good Friday to remind me of times gone by. Yes, I have been an Easter witch once, and I remember what it was like.

There is a lack of eggs. Poor chickens herds with Salmonella. Inflation, on top of this, and we are reminded that there is war in the world. I couldn´t believe the war would start this decade. Perhaps in case of a lack of natural resources such as oil, minerals, and clean water. The war came earlier than that. The great world powers are balancing against each other to find a new equilibrium in the world. That is what I learned in chemistry lessons. Everything strives for balance.

In these times I feel gratitude. The pandemic is behind us. I embrace each new day with joy.

As usual, the clock was turned forward a week ago. We celebrated that spring and summer are coming. Summertime was celebrated with friends and waffles. It gave me hope for summer. But no. Jack Frost wanted otherwise. It has been cold, windy, and snowy. The wind has bitten my cheeks. There is something in Sweden called April weather, and that is when it snows and at the same time, spring flowers are popping up. I am longing to celebrate the First of May to see if the magnolias bloom in Lund as they always do at that time of the year.

The photo below is one of my best. These last few days I have had a little pain in my shoulder and arm. It is not due to too little stretching. Strange, I thought. The same arm lifting the hunting falcon below. I then thought about the mirror neuron phenomenon. Mirror neurons are nerve cells that react both when you perform an action and when you see someone else perform an action. In humans, just thinking about an action is enough for the neuron system (mirror neuron) to be activated. It happens intuitively, like a smile that is contagious. Just to make sure, I share an overview article for those who wish to delve deeper into the subject Mirror neurons 30 years later- implications and applications. In particular, please note picture A on page 771 if you can’t bear to read the whole article. The illustration suggests how different animal species and humans seem to share mirror neurons in specific parts/regions of the brain.

To round off this week’s writing, I have to admit that I got untagged (unfocused) when it snowed so much this week. However, the waffles with strawberries and blueberries have given me hope for summer!

Even though it was International Women’s Day yesterday, I had nothing to write about. The snowy weather took over completely and everything was directed at how to get through the day. I really love snow. That is wonderful. Today you can turn on the Christmas lights again. It is unusual in Stockholm with a lot of snow. The cars stress me out when I go by bike, but I go biking legally on my cycle lane. I can do nothing about the cars’ path blocked by the snow. The plow truck is coming soon.

About 25 years ago, when many things in life were still new, I remember saying that I would go home and clean and tidy up on International Women’s Day. My fellow students on the pharmacy program at the time agreed and thought it was good idea. Today I don’t know what to do. I mostly think that Valentine’s Day is better.

To play with the idea a little, one could ask how the world would look if more women were in leading political positions. Would there be more war? Difficult question to answer, but interesting nonetheless. The women I would like to highlight are Ursula von der Leyen and Angela Merkel. Merkel has secured Europe for many years, and nowadays Ursula von der Leyen is seen in various political contexts.

There was a dramatic change in the weather yesterday and I scrolled through my photos to illustrate my impressions of the day. I have respect for nature and it can definitely affect our everyday life. Here is an encounter that I will never forget, and by sharing this photo I am putting an end for today.

A week has passed, and this is my headline for the current week. I am working on getting into better shape. Slowly. Previously, I have focused a lot on cardiac work-out. I somehow like to have my adrenaline going, and I still do. However, muscles help you to keep a good posture. Therefore, I have started to put on some more weight. Just a little to challenge my muscles. The lactic acid tickles the nerves in my muscles. Step by step, I am improving.

Yesterday, I went for some yoga. Very good since I really need some stretch. Some people say that it is important to stretch after work-out, and some people say it is not necessary. I prefer stretching but sometimes there is not enough time for stretching. Yoga is very difficult and tough. I like it very much since there is a position called the dog pose. And you know that I love dogs. I am very interested in breathing techniques such as using your nose properly when inhaling and exhaling. A balancing act between your sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. However, I got very tired and realized that I need to focus more on stretching and yoga. Breathing does have an impact on how you feel and experience your body.

When I go for a workout I like the music as well. Lately, there has been a song that I couldn´t find. I liked the whistling very much. Couldn´t stop thinking about it. Surprisingly, I found it when watching the movie Top gun: Maverick, and of course, I share the song since you probably would like to know the tune.

Ending this week´s writing by saying that I feel sorry for the police who lost his life. From what I understand, he had no support and was alone with a lot of pressure. No matter what he did, human life is extinguished.

Today was such a cold day. Days are definitely getting brighter but it was so chilly. I was close to staying at home, but I went for my usual exercise. Beach 2023 is so far away. But at the same time so close. The little poem below is an essence from one of those beautiful days. I love the ocean since it represents freedom for me.

I started to search for a summer photo to get some energy from, but right now my life is a lot about having good food. Especially healthy food. Inflation is present, and in addition, I couldn’t find bell pepper in my usual grocery store. The shelves were empty, and it has never happened before. I did find Swedish apples which reminded me of summer. To think of the upcoming summer, I share a photo of fresh fruit. Fresh and tasty.