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Observations and experiences from an American in Norway. From the way I met my husband to learning the language and cultural differences - all things Norway are discussed! :-)

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by: EPerrin

I was born and raised in America, but a few years ago I met a man from Norway. I had no intention of making him my husband. We started out as international pen pals, but never stopped talking. :-) I am experiencing and observing new things in my life here in Norway.

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Hello! I will be arriving in May! I will be living in Skien which is in Telemark. Is that close to you? I'd love to meet other expats when I get there! I'm certainly not opposed to that! :-) I'll start Norwegian classes on August.
By EPerrin 2012-03-20, 13h29
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Where part will you be in Norway?
I arrived last feb. 24... I will study norwegian language soon.. Hope we can be friends?..
By superanjanet 2012-03-19, 21h46
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