So as we all know, or should know, Leif Eriksson Day falls on October 9th. Who is Leif Eriksson? The first European [VIKING] to step foot on the New World- about 500 years before Christopher Columbus. You can read a simple version all about it here.
Why do I care about this day? Well you see, I am Scandinavian, Norwegian to be exact. My dad was adopted by my wonderful Grandparents when he was 3 days old from his 16 year old biological mother who was in fact Norwegian. Unfortunately, none of us will know anything more about her. My mom, after searching and searching for her, sadly found out that she had passed about 10 years ago... So the least we can do is celebrate our Viking heritage!
I am proud of my Scandinavian traits, fair skin and blue eyes. My love of the ocean and of gray skies. I may not have much else to go on, but at least knowing where I come from is enough for me!
I am proud of my Scandinavian traits, fair skin and blue eyes. My love of the ocean and of gray skies. I may not have much else to go on, but at least knowing where I come from is enough for me!
This pic is a little old, but what can ya do? Viking hats are a little hard to find! Happy Leif Eriksson Day!
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