I am still digesting my intense trip to the USA, which suddenly plays a major role as a nation in peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Instead of sending American troops to Europe, Trump and Vance are starting a trade war. From a historical perspective, trade between countries has been a way to preserve peace. In 1951, the European Coal and Steel Community was created when some countries began cooperating on coal and steel so that no single country could start a war. I like the idea of ​​a trade agreement because it could stop this brutal war that has sent shockwaves all over Europe.

When I travel, my interest in biology is with me. Medicines are supposed to be able to prevent, alleviate, or cure diseases. I found a small shop where I could not resist photographing these jars where herbs were sold in their simplicity (see below). When cooking, I sometimes use herbs like basil. And, of course, pea soup is seasoned with thyme, which prevents gas formation. Thyme is also said to be good for digestion in general. No specific pharmacology, more like pharmacognosy, but these jars still provide us perspective on the rapid development of drugs that today target with relatively high precision in biological systems such as blood pressure.

After my walks in January, my training year 2025 is back on track as usual. I haven’t set any goals yet, but I’m doing what I feel is fun. Maybe there will be a race again. Are you following along?

It is still cold and dark in Sweden. No summer. My trip to the USVI was intense and I didn’t have time to do much writing. I still have AI in my thoughts and need to catch up on many new areas. So interesting and what rapid development. The picture above is from a restaurant right by the sea in the Caribbean.

The daily press in Sweden describes the war in Ukraine as similar to a battlefield in the 1600s. Vice President JD Vance is negotiating peace. Finally, can there be an end to this war that is so close to us? I remember that former President Obama once said that a good leader must be able to meet the enemy and have a dialogue. Leadership in tough times.

I have had a little rest in my training. Spring is approaching, and we are moving towards brighter times. It is easier to live in a warmer climate, but the variety of autumn and winter has its charm. Currently, I long for and look forward to brighter and warmer times.

A few weeks ago I was hacked again and therefore, I haven’t been able to write. At approximately the same time, I learned that one of my best friends had passed away. An immense grief that I will carry for the rest of my life. Death is a part of life. Every person has their moment on earth.

Former President Jimmy Carter had just been buried in the USA when I arrived there. The flags were at half-mast the whole week I was in the USVI. I had my dear friend in my thoughts the whole time. What a coincidence. However, everything became real when I returned to Stockholm. No phone calls about everything between heaven and earth.

Life goes on no matter what happens. One day at a time. Everyday life is slowly starting to get longer and brighter with a presence and reality that is becoming increasingly sharper.

It is always nice to go to the USA. Especially in these days when there is turbulence in Europe due to war in the Ukraine. What would Europe be today if the American and British army didn´t invade Normandy in north France; often referred to as D-Day the 6th of June in 1944? This led to the liberation of France and Western Europe after being occupied by Germany. Thank God.

Yesterday I was in London and now I have stayed a night in Charlotte. I have never been here and I was embraced by a European feeling. It was cold, and perhaps a snowstorm is on its way.

There is much going on in the USA because a new president will be inaugurated by taking the presidential oath and taking office. I am going to the American Virgin Island St Croix and this Island has been Danish. Already, Donald Trump is trying to buy Greenland (which is Danish), just like America did with the Danish Virgin Islands.

A lot of people have been coughing for weeks this autumn and Christmas. I hope I will stay in shape and not beeing caught by a virus since people still are coughing.

I cross my fingers.