Ending the trip --
Traveling to Helsinki on Saturday and Monday

The last few days of Mom's trip to Finland was wonderful summer weather with plenty of sun and temperatures in the mid-70s. It made for good tanning and touring weather, with the last 4 days alternating being a tourist and sitting by the water enjoying the sun and sea. Marianne's sister, Anita, and 2 of her grandchildren also had a chance to meet Loretta on Monday.

Here are some pictures to give a taste of what we did during Loretta's last 4 days in the country. Many more are on the Flickr website.

Loretta's picture of wild flowers she found on Tallholm

Watching Anna go out sailing

Mothers using a computer map to share where various loved ones live

Inside Helsinki's Russian Orthodox Cathedral

Posing with Helsinki's Lutheran Cathedral in the background

Kayaking class in front of Barbro's house during dinner

Time to say good-bye!

It was nice seeing that everyone had a good time during Mom's 9 day stay. She really relaxed and enjoyed herself while seeing both the best and stormiest that Finland's weather could offer. Everyone is wanting her to come back again soon.