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IA Norwegian Love Story

From Autumn Leaves to a High-Seas Honeymoon

When I first moved to Norway, I was full of wonder — the crisp air, the changing seasons, the beauty of autumn. It was my first time experiencing this season in such a vivid, magical way. And little did I know, that same autumn would bring more than just golden leaves. It would bring me love.

One ordinary day, I noticed a man in the neighborhood gathering dry leaves and branches. Something about him caught my attention. I can’t explain why, but a quiet thought came into my heart: This man is going to be my soul mate.

Now, after 21 years of marriage, I can say with all my heart — he truly is.

A Gift from Above

He is the kind of man who makes me feel like the most beautiful woman in the world — even though I know I’m not. (Hehe!) He has stood by me through all of life’s ups and downs. He’s patient, supportive, and kind. He respects me, takes care of me, and loves me so deeply that sometimes I wonder, Do I even deserve someone this good?

But when I look at him, smiling and content as my husband, I think maybe I do.

My Fairytale Moment

When we got married, I felt like Cinderella — a simple woman who captured the heart of her prince. And to me, he truly is one. We said our vows, filled with hope, laughter, and a little disbelief that love like this could be real.

And yes, we’re living our happily ever after. Or at least, we’re trying — with a lot of love and a little humor. 😊

A Honeymoon Like No Other

Now, here’s a twist to the fairytale. Our honeymoon wasn’t in Paris, Rome, or on a beach in Bali. It was on a ship — the one where my husband worked! Yep, I went onboard with him and visited places like Scotland and England, docking in charming port towns I never imagined I’d see.

It was also where I had to try on an emergency suit — one so huge I almost drowned in it before even touching water! Luckily, we had smooth sailing and never needed it. Good thing, too, because I wasn’t exactly “cruise-ready.”

Love, Vomit, and Very High Waves

Here’s the not-so-glamorous part: I was seasick all the time. Every time the ship moved, I felt like my stomach moved the opposite way. And don’t get me started on the high waves. Watching them crash and roll made me feel like we might sink any moment. It wasn’t exactly the romantic honeymoon I imagined… more like a rollercoaster at sea.

Would I do it again? Absolutely not. But was it memorable? Definitely. And scary. But even in that chaos, I was with the man I love — and that made it all worth it.

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So yes, my life in Norway gave me autumn leaves, terrifying sea waves, and one very oversized emergency suit. But most of all, it gave me my soulmate.
And for that, I will always be grateful. ❤️