Writing about the weather is pretty boring, but this weather is so extremely unpleasant that you need to write about it. Snowy rain thundering in at high speed from the side. Could it get much worse? Of course, it's cold and dark too. We amuse ourselves by working ... and waiting for news of a broken motorhome.
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We are mostly working all the time at the moment. I'm working full time at Karolinska Institutet right now, with a government assignment that takes a huge amount of time, but has to be completed within a certain time period. I have an assistant and yesterday we panic-hired another one for a few weeks, haha.
I have enough work to keep me going, but apparently I'm not satisfied. I've taken on extra jobs both marking exams for another university and lecturing. Probably because you want to say yes to everything when you don't have a permanent job ... Peter also works around the clock, especially with blog collaborations, travel planning and future business ideas. We have our hands full, so to speak!
... and still have a broken down motorhome
The motorhome remains in the workshop in Kristinehamn after the incident on the motorway. We have called, of course, but they haven't had time to look at it yet. They are apparently busy with tyre changes now, so we just have to wait ...
We don't intend to use it again this year, but we would like to put it in winter storage before it gets really cold. And of course we want to know what's wrong!
Cosy in the houseboat
Fortunately, we are cosy in the houseboat. There has been a lot of north wind, which means that it is rocking, but at least we are warm and cosy. We have switched on the heating cable that keeps the water in and out thawed and if we want we can light the stove. But it has to get even colder first, otherwise it will be too hot in here ... What does November look like for you?
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Lena - good for the soul says:
Hug Lena
03 November 2016 - 7:23
Jenn - forever abroad says:
That you at least have it rocking and cosy in the houseboat, always something! As mentioned in the blog last night, I also feel that I don't want to complain about the weather but can't help it, it's so tangible.
03 November 2016 - 8:13
admin says:
Jenn, but what about it? Talking about weather sounds so boring, but how can you not talk about this weather??? White ground sounds nice anyway, better that than slush!
03 November 2016 - 8:37
Across the board says:
03 November 2016 - 8:52
Ama de casa says:
03 November 2016 - 8:57
anita wåg agrimanaki says:
You manage to blog even though you work so much... where do you get the energy from?
03 November 2016 - 8:59
Deciree says:
Luckily you can unwind in your nice houseboat from time to time? Take care of yourself and do not stress yourself. Hugs
03 November 2016 - 9:03
Lennart says:
November could well be cancelled!
03 November 2016 - 8:13
admin says:
Well, we hope we don't have to wait too long for news about the campervan ...
03 November 2016 - 9:27
The Shetland Wife says:
You seem to have a great time in the houseboat anyway. Here November feels more like a transport route... Take care!
03 November 2016 - 9:29
Husis blog says:
Sounds like you have fun/nice jobs but a busy time, so take care of yourselves.
November feels like a long stretch for the owners to get through before it becomes Advent and a bit more cosy again.
I hope you get an update on how FREEDOM is doing soon.
03 November 2016 - 9:42
Goatfish says:
It's easy to take on too much, too. That's what I do, and I don't even make any money from it. But now, now I'm sleeping a little...
Waiting for something to be fixed, and preferably everything should be fixed NOW.
Enjoy the warmth of the houseboat! ♥
03 November 2016 - 10:20
Ann-Sofie and Lennart says:
The weather is grey but you always seem to be able to brighten things up.
I hope they get the car fixed again...
03 November 2016 - 11:05
Ditte says:
I traded Stockholm for sun and a nice summer in Spain and it feels successful. We will stay here for a while and have some shorter trips within Spain planned.
I'll be doing some travelling at the end of November, which is great fun.
It is easy to work too much, but as long as you feel good about it, there is no problem, but it is easy for the "ball" to roll too fast.
I hope you will soon know the state of "Freedom" and that it can be fixed without too much intervention.
Sending some sun and warmth.
03 November 2016 - 11:12
BabsanoKent says:
As a pensioner we work as little as possible, I get tired just thinking about work. Otherwise, the weather is the same here in Sundbyholm and we like to sit inside and cosy up in our caravan where we live permanently, when we are not raking leaves and defying the weather with long walks... In the evenings I spend time on genealogy, when we are not talking about our upcoming trip south with the motorhome, which will be in early January. Preferably over a glass of good wine from Spain or Portugal...That's pretty much how we have it in Sundbyholm...
03 November 2016 - 11:56
admin says:
Husisblog, yes, but that's how it is. Fun and interesting, but hectic. Surely it gets a little cosier when there is snow and advent lights!
Ann-Sofie and Lennart, thank you for your comment! We hope we will soon get an answer about the car.
03 November 2016 - 12:10
åsa in åsele says:
I understand that as a freelancer it feels necessary to take the jobs that come, but think about listening to your body, you Helena is only human and also needs rest.
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The weather yes, yes I came into the subject when I thought of your motorhome ... with the weather you have there in 08a country, I understand that the workshop prioritises tire changes and that FREEDOM will have to wait, however, I hope you will be informed in the near future and that you then have the opportunity to put the motorhome in storage.
03 November 2016 - 12:21
BP says:
Can think that Peter's job seems much more fun and less demanding than your work right now. But in general, it is actually much more fun to be able to work 120 than 75 per cent, I think.
I hope the Freedom will soon be back in good health. If I remember correctly, it had no winter tyres. So maybe he will have to stay in the workshop until next spring - winter storage it is called;-)
Hate this weather and really just want to hibernate until March;-)
03 November 2016 - 12:59
Alexandra says:
Hard work work! Luckily you get to go to the Christmas market soon anyway! Hope you get news about Freedom soon and that it is not too sad!
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03 November 2016 - 13:03
Annika says:
Yes, wow, you have a lot to do! I hope you can take it easy between rounds too. Indeed.
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Snowy rain and strong winds are NOT nice.
But you know I'm still a bit jealous, yes.
The houseboat looks extremely nice and cosy. You don't get cold there, do you?
COOL that you have some Christmas markets to look forward to. Wish I could also write about such, hihi!!!
Love them!
Keeping all fingers crossed that Freedom is soon "healthy" and home.
Have a good day in the rush!
03 November 2016 - 14:05
Lanclin-Linnea says:
With hope for improvement on the motorhome front and some really great blog collaboration, I wish you a nice Thursday <3
03 November 2016 - 14:57
Anette says:
Here, on the contrary, things are getting better. The rain is letting up and cooler winds are moving in.
In spring and early summer I am so jealous of those of you in Sweden, now I am quite happy to be here.
Don't forget to get some rest too, you are working very hard.
Hugs
03 November 2016 - 15:40
Veiken says:
Now you've sent your November weather here, but that's what we could expect! You've got the hedge so full, you probably don't realise it's November outside. Hope you get Freedom sorted out soon!
03 November 2016 - 19:19
Role o Carina says:
We don't like November at all, what a month!
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Hope you get Freedom back on track
Enjoy the slush.....
03 November 2016 - 19:24
admin says:
Veiken, so very sad that your trip did not happen!!!! But do you have other plans going on now? Sounds interesting!
Rolle o Carina, well what to do ... Hope we get an answer about FREEDOM soon!
03 November 2016 - 19:35
Elisabeth says:
So sad about the motorhome, but it looks cosy in the houseboat.
We have made it to Gran Ganaria.
03 November 2016 - 20:01
Motorhome internship says:
Wow, busy in the grey weather! Fortunately, you have some trips booked that provide energy and inspiration. It will be fun to follow along?
03 November 2016 - 20:16
Emma, sun like sun? says:
So... The picture says it all. About why my husband insisted on living elsewhere.
03 November 2016 - 21:22
Matts Torebring says:
It's these dark, dreary days that make us so happy about the spring sun, tussilago and bluebells, which will be so much more wonderful in just a few months.
03 November 2016 - 21:39
admin says:
Elisabeth, Gran Canaria sounds wonderful. Have a great time!
The campervan internship, yes, there will be some energy with new trips! Funny that you want to "follow along"!
Matts, yes indeed! Maybe you wouldn't appreciate spring and summer as much if you didn't have all the seasons.
03 November 2016 - 21:59
Mr Steve says:
You don't have to get tired of going to the boring 7-5 job anyway.
The top picture today really has a November chill to it, but the second picture is all the more cosy.
Let's hope it works out so that FREEDOM can go into hibernation.
03 November 2016 - 22:38
Susjos says:
What a great houseboat!!! But so sad with your motorhome, hope it will be solved soon! November yes ... not a favourite month exactly. I will work a lot - just as well!
04 November 2016 - 0:16
Motorhome Helge says:
Yes, work is fun, but don't let it get the better of you! You also have to enjoy the "time" even if it's November weather. Life does not repeat itself!
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04 November 2016 - 0:27
Mr Lars Permelin says:
Even though I don't work in the traditional sense, I'm also busy during the day. In recent days I have spent a lot of time on the winter storage of the motorhome. All the work is interrupted several times a day as I walk the dog. In addition, I have started grazing the books that I have on the pile and intend to read later. Now that I'm up and running, I think November will be a short month.
04 November 2016 - 0:54
Marina says:
04 November 2016 - 3:50
admin says:
Lars, yes often you find things to fill the time with even when you are not working! Sounds nice with a "reading month" ðŸ™'
04 November 2016 - 7:25
Anki says:
Wow, you're working hard! It looks cosy on board - nice to be able to light a fire if you want ...
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04 November 2016 - 7:31
admin says:
Anki, yes, I think we are that kind of people. Lots of adventure and fun experiences, but we are also used to working hard...
04 November 2016 - 7:40
Ninny says:
Wow, it sounds like you're busy.... but don't forget to rest too! November is perfect for cosying up indoors and just taking it easy. Here we have snow today. (ugh).
04 November 2016 - 8:27
Motorhome Helge says:
Although we are in Spain, we complain about cold evenings, 12-13 gr. Luckily the days are warmer when the sun is shining. I hope that the trip to Gävle gives results and that you will soon find out what is wrong with FREEDOM.
13 December 2016 - 20:04