Living abroad isn’t all about cultural shock. It is also a lot about carving fond memories in the heart, at a table, surrounded by friends, with food and drinks. Read about an intercontinental gathering and learn some tips for your cooking.
Interviewing the New President of SUB
The new year has started and the new SUB board for 2020 has been chosen. BTSB had the chance to talk to Sofia Aalto so, let’s get to know this year’s president!
Esther
Esther was never one to pay attention. Always the wanderer, Charles would say. As the two sat in the drawing room on their red velvet chairs, facing the fireplace with its elaborate mantelpiece, he occasionally noticed Esther glance at her Hamilton diamond watch, but not for the sake of admiration.
Thirst
Accept my humble offering
For this altar of time
I have a way to end your suffering
And it won't cost a dime
From Third World-Life to First-World Life: Education, Time & Quantity
A comparative cross-cultural reflection of life in Costa Rica and life in Finland. This essay reviews education mainly, as well as a philosophy of time and quantity in advanced Scandinavian society.
The Heart That Pines
do you know what it feels like / to dream with such devotion / that it aches? / like a dull pang / paced by the clank / of your hope-clustered heart