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How I fell in love with Sweden

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It's been a long, long time ago that I fell in love with Sweden. One day (I was about 12 years old) my Indian girlfriend living next door to us came over to me and had me listen to the new ABBA song "Honey Honey". As from this time on I tried to find out more about ABBA and the country they are living in. By doing so I did not just fall in love with Sweden but also with the swedish language. When I was 15 years old I tried to learn Swedish by myself and intended to become a translator for German-Swedish. At that time I didn't know that there was no possibility to study this language at the University in Vienna. Of course it was possible to learn the language in courses from beginners to conversation lectures but that was all. I took part in all the courses but could not continue using my knowledge. I even took part in a course in Stockholm and planned to emigrate but before I could do so I got to know my former husband and that's why I'm still in Austria - left with my dreams! 

 

 

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  • ABBA--seems like yesterday; that puts me over thirty something. And dreams many times do come true. That's part of what sets us apart--the ability to dream and then make those dreams come true.
  • nice story! i think ABBA is still a good ambassador for sweden. much people get their first contact to sweden with the great music from the north.
  • Pursue yr dreams my dear..go 4 it
  • Being a part of COS is helping me realize my dream of getting to know all about Sweden and learning Swedish. I was there when i was 22 years old for a summer and fell in love with the place. Now I'm 47 and still have a deep love. I just found this site a couple of weeks ago and it's added so much meaning to my life and my interest. It's people like you, with your stories and photos that helps me pursue this love we all have for Sweden. You have my best wishes and hopes that you continue to enrich your life with our common interest. Your story inspires me. Thanks!

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