A few weeks ago, fierce winds blew blankets of snow across Finland. In the midst of the storm, I happened to be en route (on foot) to a youth hostel in Helsinki. I was in town for a writing class at the main campus of the University of Art and Design. Apparently, I failed to notice the snowstorm forecast before embarking on my trip. Lugging my sturdy little Samsonite laptop case through the the drifts of snow, I was foolishly determined to arrive at my destination without resorting to hopping on a tram or hailing a cab. At one point, I was nearly thrust into the street by gale force winds! (Actually, it was quite exciting for a few seconds.) After what seemed like an eternity, I could finally see the glimmering lights of the hostel in the distance. A few minutes later, with a sigh of relief, I entered the warm, welcoming lobby of the youth hostel. These photos above were taken in Pori, in the tranquil beauty after the storm had passed.
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