The Fourth Continent

A test subject in a social experiment: an Aussie blogging from Greenland!

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A very blooming Arctic summer

When weeds force you to question your perception. Why you think the way you do.

August 7, 2015 in Culture / Food in Greenland, Photos.

A weekend in Kangerlussuaq

The back country of Kangerlussuaq is a mosaic of gorgeous dry tundra, flowers, skulls and fleeting wildlife.

July 24, 2015 in Photos, Travel in Greenland and beyond!.

Sydney in the summertime

Sydney in December is brilliant and a perfect way to cap off the Greenland lifestyle in 2014.

December 29, 2014 in Photos, Travel in Greenland and beyond!.

Iceland: Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón-Glacier’s not famous for being the Blue Lagoon, but an iceberg lagoon. Awesome duck boat tours!

July 19, 2014 in Photos, Travel in Greenland and beyond!.

Wild Greenland, wild animals

Here’s what one young adventurer found in WILD GREENLAND! Ponies, unicorns, and even cute bunny rabbits.

July 3, 2014 in Culture / Food in Greenland, Photos.

Iceland: Hiking on Vatnajökull glacier!

Vatnajökull National Park is jam-packed with natural wonders carved by geothermal and volcanic activity, rivers and glacial ice.

June 24, 2014 in Photos, Travel in Greenland and beyond!.

Blackout: where old crosses new Inuit

BLACKOUT 3900 in Katuaq Cultural Centre was a cross-dressing/cross-cultural music and dance performance.

June 10, 2014 in Culture / Food in Greenland, Photos.

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I love that our little family goes on microadventures even if we are staying in town during Easter. I must say, I don’t know CPH very well and look forward to discovering the hidden nooks during my maternity break. Today we discovered a fishing harbour in Nordhavn / Østerbro, that has a totally different feel from the industrial area around it.

There have been major changes to our family’s rhythm this month. Our little woodland princess has started big kid’s playgroup, which means we have been giving her shorter days so that she can transition smoothly. And now daycare is closed for Easter! Meanwhile, I’m getting more tired and less mobile. I’m trying to limit my activity, and well, if my brain doesn’t do it my body makes me rest anyway. Grateful for an understanding husband, and despite the energy it takes to look after her, loving that I get to spend so much quality time with my daughter right now. If you have tips for transitioning you’re welcome to share! PS Yep, that’s a branch with flowers she put on her head 😂 #latergram #christianiabike #transitioning #easter #maternity

The perfect place not to do much. #babyincoming #week38

Selfie: Pippa, a random Asian tourist, The Little Mermaid and I. For the first time this year, I thought it was warm enough to wear shorts and eat icecream outside in CPH. Admittedly, it was a little cold with the wind, but I’m enjoying that I can spend alone time with my little girl before the storm begins... The first week of maternity leave has been very full, and I hope to put my feet up more next week... #Week37

We met little Tilde. She is one of the #hiddengiants of Vallensbæk bog.

Hey, back when I was a little mermaid on Giglio island! 😬Sunshine, please come back to Copenhagen #atws2018

Hmm... can you see what’s wrong in the painting? I blame it on the pregnancy brain - or you can just call it art. 😬😂 #week34

The best place to tinkle (not me) 😂

You are gorgeous as always, Barcelona.

For some reason the lakes reminded me of Tibet, just with lush trees. The stunning scenery is near the Caminito del Rey, formerly known as “one of the most dangerous walks in the world”. It’s been on our bucket list for a decade now and it will probably be a decade before we finally get around to it. This time the reason is that it is recommended that kids should be at least 8 years old...ah well, the drive around was also nice 😬

It’s my first time in Spain during the European winter, and I’m pretty sure it won’t be the last. Photos from Benal Madena, Mijas, Zahara de la Sierra and Sevilla.

House Hunters International reunion! This time checking out cameraman Gordon’s retirement home in Mijas. (Six years ago he came to film our story of moving to Greenland, back then without the little Pippa). Thanks for your hospitality!

Happy Straya Day. Spot the grub (food).

What a beautiful weekend. The sunny weather beckons for long walks in fresh air, and I cannot resist nature’s lure. But I am completely exhausted for the rest of the day. #nofilter

It’s lovely to relax in hot water, especially when you feel like a big heavy blob! We were unexpectedly able to make a trip to @lubkergolfresort spa in Jutland, while our cheeky girl spent quality time with her grannies. Thank you! We took a package which included lunch and sample products from @beautepacifique_official, and the fun touch was that the spa provided a guide to the facilities and suggestions for when one should use the different masks and creams.

Morning breakfast and sunrise at Følle. 😍 the days are getting lighter again sloooooowly...

Almost the Scottish highlands, or South Greenland 😜 Heather Hills is the last area in this part of Denmark left in its natural state. Much more rolling hills and undulating contours than the flat farmlands in the rest of the region. Also whimsical in fog!

Glædelig Jul / Merry Christmas ❤️

Afternoon in bed. #naptime #buuti #meditation

When something good comes out of something sad - first meetings and happy reunions. Photo 1: eating with her remaining great grandparents in the kitchen of the house where my dad grew up Photo 2: girl with her 8 month old uncle Photo 3: another auntie and uncle 😜 Photo 4: nice to be with grannies ah ma and ah gong again.

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