#FLEKKEFJORD

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Claude was born in Kongsvinger, Norway. But was brought up within; Flekkefjord, Norway until the age of 13 He then moved back to Kongsvinger - until the age of 16 Then he moved to Oxford in England on a scholarship for his English at 17 He began to write his first book at 18-20 - however never finished it.

After finishing his English degree - he was introduced to a Japanese exchange student room-mate, where they began to teach each other the languages and cultures.

From the age of 22 he started to live on his own in London before returning to Norway; where he wrote his book series.

He became country-known from the ages of 23-25 - with 3 Novels and a 5 part Children's fantasy book series - that was adapted into a TV series and a movie formats which spread his name a bit worldly. This was his last piece of fiction literature as his biography became his last written piece as he lost his Father at 28 - and gave up writing before moving countries.

He was in Japan from 28 - 35 taking on a new role of teaching English in a local Japanese school. He got back in touch with his old roommate from University, Inoue Nori - which aided him a lot in navigating the new country a little easier.

Whilst teaching he met a lot of people in his time and in turn ended up falling in love with one of them. He made the decision to retire from his English Teaching job after meeting his lover after a while of living together. Adopted to two Corgi twin dogs for Claude’s birthday; they had five animals to look after.

However, in the end - Jonas and Claude didn't proceed with the engagement or marriage plans and soon separated.

Claude isn't short of money so it wasn't a complete loss without that life for him, but it took a toll on his mental health. Thankfully he had his friends, Elin and Lasse at his darkest moments and aided Claude in pushing through.

Claude ended up putting his house up for sale after a few months of living on his own with his pets.

After it was given a possible buyer, Claude thought through with what he wanted to do in life and in turn, he ended up hanging out more with Elin - talks of a change of place. So, in the end he hops onto the plane with her. Packing up his life and using Elin's courage to boost his own.

They stayed together for a few months in different places. gave his corgi's up to a family that wanted them as he wouldn't be taking them with him - then once everyone was settled nicely in their new homes, Claude broke away. With his aging and trusted dog at his side, Claude set off for an adventure.

Two years into his long travels, Bjorg grew sick as he knew would happen and in turn, he had her rest in his arms on the faithful night of her passing. His last memory of his best times. Her death hit him hard and yet, he didn't reach for a noose this time. Instead, he took to the trails and paths of the world with her ashes in his bag. Claude poured everything he was into his venture and scattered her ashes in every lake, river and sea foam he came across that blew him away.

He kept in touch with his friends as and when possible via video calls, postcards and more, the hurt of his best friends passing lessened over time and with his heart ready to face the world and it's business again. He stated he was returning to settle down again, properly this time.

By now, he is 46 and house hunting for one, which feels very - empty, so he might just have to seek out a new companion for the rest of his life.

[hannis]

Flekkefjord, Norway

[thegothicviking]

Since we are on the topic of funny town names...there are two places in Sweden that are close to each other. One is called "Klitten" (The Clit) and the other is called "Röven" (The Ass).

In Norway we also have a place called Ræva (The ass) and we also have a place called Helvete (Hell) and a place actually called Hell and of course a place call Paradis (I guess to even out things?)

Other funny town/city/place names in Norway includes;

Skjeveland (Toastland/piece of bread-land)

Flekkefjord (spot/dot/stain fjord)

Ølen (The beer)

Røyken (The smoke/the cigarette)

Kjærringræva (The old hag's ass/bitch ass)

Runken (The wank)

Rompeporten (The butt gate)

Faenshølet (The fucking dump/fucking wasteland)

Drittsekktjøn (crapbag/asshole pond)

Spermbanken (the sperm bank)

Lortegrauten (The shit porridge/the poop porridge)

Fisebukta (The fart bay)

Verdens Ende (The World's End/ The End of the World)

Most oddly named town in each US state.

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Gabriela Fernandez From Flekkefjord, Agder, Norway - 2018 Photo

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StreetArt by Amanda Arrou-tea Flekkefjord, Norway

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Scandinavian Tour, Day 2: Crossing the Baltic Sea

After an awesome buffet breakfast at our hotel, our bus took us to the first ferry of our tour. It was mostly a travel day with tiny pockets of exploration. We crossed the Baltic Sea to Norway, and got our first view of the fjords.

ITINERARY

This is what the TourRadar itinerary listed for the day:

Day 2. Viernes, 23 De Septiembre De 2022 - AARHUS, FERRY, KRISTIANSAND, STAVANGER  Total distance: 420 km

Scenery: Attractive woodlands and mountains in Norway; first view of fjords. Notes: The times of the ferries between Denmark and Norway often vary and so the times during this part of the circuit will depend on those changes. We recommend you wear warm clothing for the boat crossing. In Norway, the currency is the Norwegian Krone. We suggest your change your currency on the ferry. 08:00 h - Aarhus –Departure-. We set out for the northern part of Denmark, amidst attractive scenery. 10:30 h - Hirsthals. We take a tour of this city and port before embarking on the modern ferry to cross the North Sea to Norway-. Normally our boat sails at 12.15 h. The crossing takes about three hours. We advise you to change your currency on the boat and have lunch. 15:30 h. - Kristiansand – We land and then continue our journey-. 17:00 h. - Flekkefjord –A town on a fjord, with wooden houses and tiny restaurants. Time to explore. 17:45 h. - Flekkfjord –Departure-. The scenery is even more attractive. 19:45 h. - Stavanger –Arrival-. Free time to explore this beautiful lively city next to the sea.

INFO:

Tourradar Europamundo

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[simonmoholt]

Sommerturnèen vår starter i dag!! 🎤🎉 14 konsert på 14 dager 🎉 er du på Sørlandet i periodene 1-14 Juli, håper vi å se deg på konsert ✨ Simon Moholt & Pilgrim 😏👌🏼 Sjekk ut individuelle eventer på Facebook siden min for mer info 👌🏼 • • • #cultkaos #simonmoholt #pilgrim #turnê #sørlandet #porsgrunn #larvik #sandefjord #flekkefjord #hidra #stathelle #evje #tvedestrand #hokksund #eidsfoss #stavern #konsert #sommer2023 #norskrap #norskhiphop #norskrock #norskmusikk

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Harold Gilman (British, 1876-1919), Canal Bridge, Flekkefjord, c.1913 Oil on canvas, 46.4 x 61.5 cm.

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Midsommar-Tour 2018 Woche 2

Midsommar-Tour 2018 Woche 2

Jeloy, Oslo, Svelvik, Stavern, Arendal, Kristiansand, Lindesnes Fyr, Flekkefjord, Tronasvegen, Stavanger, Preikestolen, Manafossen Tschüss Schweden und Hallo Norwegen: Am Tag 8 unserer Reise verlassen wir Schweden und fahren nach Norwegen Richtung Oslo. Zuvor gilt es unbedingt die Vorräte aufzustocken, denn das Preisniveau in Norwegen soll noch höher sein als in Schweden. Kurz vor der Grenze…

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Encanto sureño en la isla de Andabeløy, en las afueras de Flekkefjord. . Un paraíso de verano: ¿alguna vez has estado en el sur de Noruega? 📷 @hege.oedegard @syneraviatges @visitflekkefjord @visitsorlandet #sørlandet #southernnorway #visitnorway #flekkefjord . Reposted from @visitnorway (en Andabeløy Badeplass - Moloen) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAAoHXEiVAI/?igshid=oe5wveleo5sn

[hannis]

Flekkefjord, Norway

[notallfay]

The little #village in #flekkefjord was also very charming. #bjd #balljointeddoll #abjd #doll #Minifee #doll #dolls #Norway #Lucywen #lucywenelf #moomins #elf #elfgirl #elfbjd (at Flekkefjord, Norway)

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Smooth start to the week brought to you from #norway ❤️🇳🇴💥🚀 @thor_007 ・・・ I've probably done to many of these, so last one for a while... Figured I would give a drivers seat view. . #kayak #flekkefjord #visitsørlandet #beautifulmorning #aprèsspirit #alwaysaprès #kayaking #norge #peakmoments #rocketvodka

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05-26 Norway, Vest-Agder, Magma Geopark, Flekkefjord area #flekkefjord http://dlvr.it/PFKv9q

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Chest

Traditional chest with rosemaling, made by Jesper Anensen Urdal in 1835. Used in Flekkefjord, Vest-Agder, Norway.

Photos: Anne Lise Reinsfelt - Norsk Folkemuseum