Midsummer Eve has more of traditional celebration than the National day here in Sweden. It's also a day off from work, so everyone can enjoy being outside. For some reason this day most often isn't a nice/warm summerday, rather colder temperatures and some rain is the standard. And so also this year...Some campers found their own island to celebrate midsummer on.
After breakfast we and Olle's brother took a three hour long boat trip along the coast, in a traditional wooden boat. The goal was Olle's parent's summer house on a small island. We relaxed and enjoyed the landscape, which was more comfortable the moments when the sun didn't hide behind the clouds.
When we arrived it was time for the traditional Midsummer lunch, newly-harvested potatoes ("nypotatis") and herring. A snaps (herb seasoned vodka) was optional, but the songs obligatory.Thereafter it was time to collect flowers for the Midsummer pole, arranged together on a small meadow. We met all summer neighbors again, as well as some new ones. We can admit it felt good to be back.
Before going to bed Maria went to look at the flashes from the lighthouses. Three are in sight from the island. It is so relaxing just sitting there and watching, it is quite except for the sound of waves. Even down here the summer night is not totally dark, even if it is lighter up north.
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