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sunshine and a rose

After a row of days with heavy, grey and merciless clouds, the sun decided to return in a regal fashion. Shining on a clear blue sky all day. And, at November 21, at (nearly) latitude 60 (north) I found another … Continue reading

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ekelöf on perfect solitude

This poem by Ekelöf (Swedish original: Ensam i natten) has followed me since I first read it. For me it is a description of the perfect solitude, stillness and writing. Magic. The translation comes from http://www.ekelut.dk/seven/7en5.html Alone at night Alone … Continue reading

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