Sometimes small things (because it’s not a biggie when you live in a van) can grow a bit too much and make you feel very unhappy. That’s why I’ve decided not to let it happen and to have a break. When I say break, I mean something super awesome, like hanging out with two beautiful souls in a wooden hut over a lake. If you have friends in Finland it’s highly possible (this is what I was told) that they have a cabin in the woods.

We met with Sini and Jonna in a place with the best donuts in Finland (is there a better place for a meeting?) and straight after we did some food shopping. It was the first relief - I did not have to think about each detail and plan each meal. The girls did it all. I was happily pushing a stroller behind them. Then we got to a little wooden house where we were about to spend a couple of days together. Surrounded by berries and mushrooms, Justin front of a lake… It was a dream come true.

I don’t have to tell you that I did talk a lot, it’s nice to have a proper conversation from time to time with someone older than 2 years old. It seemed like they didn't mind and I was very grateful. I did get a bit wild during my alone time with Mia. We ate, we drank good wine and we talked some more.

It turned out that I did not know much about Finnish cabins, but now I do. There’s usually no running water. You do not have a shower, but you will have a sauna! How cool is this! At Sini’s we had blueberries growing around, which we collected for a breakfast. Apparently you stay there only for the warmer months, but I instantly imagined living there a whole year.

Mia needed this break as well, I could see how happy she was and it made me more relaxed.

We had a deer stew on beer, which was extremely delicious. I also had a chance to see how you make Korvapuusti aka finish cinnamon rolls. Sini is a specialist, as she did so many in her life. There is one thing you need to remember, it’s essential to eat them accompanied by a glass of milk. It does make a huge difference, I’m telling you!

Check out the recipe at Sini’s blog, she also made pictures step by steps it’s easier to follow.

Enjoy,