Rob and his Mother, Val, flew into Stockholm and caught the train up to Gavle where they were met by Mandy. They had a great time showing Val around Mandy's home town.
We decided to spend a day exploring some of the beautiful countryside around Bonan, which promised the perfect backdrop for a picnic. The morning sky was clear, and the fresh spring air made it feel like the ideal day to be out in nature. We packed up a picnic, threw in a few of our favorite snacks, and set off on the open road, both of us eager to see what the day would bring.
Driving to Bonan was a treat in itself, with lush green landscapes stretching out on either side of us and the occasional lake glimmering in the sunlight. When we arrived, we found a peaceful spot surrounded by trees, with a view overlooking fields that seemed to go on forever. The quiet was blissful – just the sound of birds chirping and a light breeze rustling through the leaves. We laid out our blanket and took our time with lunch, savoring every bite and soaking in the surroundings. Val reall enjoyed visiting the countryside of Sweden, we felt like we had this beautiful corner of the world all to ourselves.
Later that afternoon, we decided to take a little detour and drive over to Iggen in Sweden. The road wound through charming little towns and scenic vistas, each one tempting us to stop for “just a quick look” or to snap a few photos. When we finally arrived in Iggen, it was everything we hoped for. The small village was nestled against a serene backdrop of hills and forests, the kind of place that feels untouched by time
