This post is about a technical issue that suddenly got fixed, about the curiosity that drives me – and about camping experiences that have changed. It’s a story about listening to your gut, claiming your space in your own story, and sometimes simply letting go of what no longer feels right.
Did you read the post I wrote about the KonMari method? I shared it yesterday, but the SSL issue got in the way. Here’s the link to the post.
Me and My Stubbornness – and Maybe a Bit of AI
Yes! It’s working again. The SSL certificate is finally in place, and the site is secure. Whether it was Loopia who solved it or me – with some early morning energy and the help of AI – I honestly don’t know. I tinkered and tested, curious as I am. And suddenly… it worked.
No one from Loopia has called me back yet, even though they promised. But that doesn’t matter – now it’s secure, and I’m happy.
The ADHD Gene That Won’t Give Up
I think it was my ADHD gene kicking in. That stubbornness. I don’t give up when something feels like it should be fixable. And sometimes, yes – it actually is.
Thank you, curiosity. Thank you, restlessness. Thank you, the drive to understand even when I don’t fully know what I’m doing.
One Last Time in Vallersvik?
This morning we woke up at Vallersvik Camping. We’ve gone there every year, but now… no. I think this was the last time.
It felt like motorhomes are no longer welcome there. We asked for a spot down by the water – where we usually camp. But apparently, that’s now only for caravans. We were sent up to the top of the campsite. Tight space, no room, no charm.
The first pitch we got was so small we didn’t even fit. We had to switch, but the new one wasn’t much better. We barely had room for the awning – and the clouds above were heavy with the promise of rain.
Higher Prices and Less Hospitality
The campsite has raised its prices significantly. But the service hasn’t followed suit. The toilets and showers are far from high standard, and the staff we met yesterday were not accommodating. Which one might expect at this price level.
The sea, of course, is still there. But that’s not thanks to the campsite.
Honestly, seasonal campers should be placed higher up – it’s us short-term visitors who pay more. And we want to feel welcome. That sense of welcome was missing – and we heard the same from other guests.
Goodbye Vallersvik – Hello Trollhättan
We left early this morning. Now we’re at Stenröset Camping in Trollhättan. There’s plenty of space, a large motorhome pitch, and access to a pool. The little guy loves pools – so we’ll soon be swimming. I’m about to change and jump in.
Yesterday, though… the sea was magical. The waves crashed around us, foamy and wild. No jellyfish, over 20°C – and a feeling of freedom in every breath.
But sometimes, you choose what works best for everyone. And right now, that’s here – with sunshine, a waiting pool, and enough room to breathe.
Closing Words
Some places change. Others grow. I’m taking the memory of the waves’ power with me – but I’m leaving Vallersvik behind. Maybe for good.
AHA
I’m not looking for perfection. I’m looking for a place to stand still. And sometimes, that means leaving something behind – to find your way home somewhere else – in yourself, in the present, in new waters.
Maybe it’s exactly when you let go of how things used to be that something new can show up. Stenröset isn’t new, really – here, you know what you get. The facilities are clean, the staff is friendly, and the welcome is real – even if you arrive with a motorhome. Here, everything is just as it should be.
Yesterday has already settled into history. Tomorrow waits further ahead. But right now – this is the moment we live and breathe in. – Carina Ikonen Nilsson
Today’s post will be a short one. It’s a travel day. We’re leaving at 8:00 AM – and I’m far from ready. First, I need to conquer the mountain of laundry waiting to be folded.
A Day in Mourning – with Ozzy in the Speakers
Yesterday didn’t go as planned. The laundry that was supposed to be folded stayed in a heap – a quiet reminder of what never got done. It turned into a strange kind of day. A day of sorrow, with Ozzy Osbourne’s voice filling both my speakers and my heart. I wrote a blog post, just like I always do – and of course, it was about Ozzy. Read my Ozzy tribute post here
Tight Pants On – IKEA and Elgiganten Adventures
After writing, we headed to Uddevalla to do some shopping. For some reason, I ended up in my tight pants – it was that kind of trip. First stop: IKEA. We bought new drinking glasses, a frying pan, and three lovely jars from the Gladerlig series – the same series our plates are from.
Next stop: Elgiganten, where we made one of the best purchases in a long time – a countertop ice machine! Now we can pamper ourselves with ice cubes in the heat, whether we’re at home or on the road in our motorhome.
Swimming, Pancakes and Packing
Groceries done, we headed home. My husband cooked while I took the kids to the lake for a swim. When we came back, he had prepared pancake batter, so I got busy frying. The pancakes are coming with us today.
Borås Zoo and Hanatorp – and Then We’ll See
Today, we’re off to Borås Zoo to spend the day with our daughter and her family. After the zoo, we’ll stay overnight at the nearby campsite. Tomorrow, we’ll head to Hanatorp to visit my cousin. After that – who knows? We’ll let the road guide us.
But First – the Laundry…
Now I really need to get going. The laundry pile won’t fold itself, and we’re supposed to leave soon. No long post today – life is calling.
Yesterday rested in sorrow – but today, life keeps rolling on.
What about you?
Do you also have days where grief sneaks in – even among the most ordinary moments? How do you shift from heavy to light? From mourning to movement?
Reflection
Grief and everyday life dance together in this post – laundry and loss, pancakes and memories. Sometimes the writing is the breathing space between it all. That’s where I land. In the now. In both softness and strength.
Yesterday has already laid itself to rest in history. Tomorrow is waiting in the distance. But right now – this is where life happens. And the laundry won’t wait. -Carina Ikonen Nilsson
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