The Long Winter

There's a song in Norway that claims that Christmas lasts till Easter. This year it's coming true. So far Bergen has had snow for 85 days straight, and meteorologists say we should expect at least 100.

 The last couple of days have brought some rain, though, which is a very welcome change of pace, Most of the sidewalks are now more or less ice free again, which makes a huge difference when walking to work, or home from the shops.

I've been very lucky this winter, though. I live on top of a very steep hill, and I have to walk pretty much straight down in to get to the bus. This sucks, but the brilliant thing is that the houses alongside it have invested in "floor heating" for the path. It's been snow and ice free all winter, and I swear this has saved me from at least a broken arm or cracked scull.

A few weeks ago, the people financing the heated path sent out a note to all households in the area, asking for a financial contribution to pay the electricity bill. I did not contribute. I'm wondering if I should, but considering I'm in constant debt and own nothing, I decided not to.

Just another 2 months, and they say winter will be over. Me, and everyone with asthma, are hoping it'll pass quickly.