Tag: #wintersports

Embracing the Endless Winter: A Southern Vietnamese's Journey in Finland

I grew up in southern Vietnam; the concept of winter was always a distant, almost mythical idea. We had only two seasons: dry and wet, both bathed in ample sunshine. Moving to Finland, therefore, was a plunge into an entirely different reality, a world of short days, long nights, and a kind of cold I had never truly experienced.

The Four Seasons and the Essence of Finnish Life

When people move to Finland, they often describe our culture as unique, peaceful, and deeply rooted in nature. For me, the concept of "Finnishness" is closely linked to the rhythm of the seasons, the connection to the outdoors, and the sense of security that are part of everyday life.