26-Aug-22

So yay, it is Friday!!!

But also more crucially I got my work permit card today so something came in good 😋

I woke up feeling incredibly stiff this morning after using some muscles I have not used in about 6 years, but still had great fun. There are still 2 more try out sessions next week.

After receiving my work permit card from the migration services today, I was hoping to get an update on my personal number, something you kinda need to get a bank and then integrate into the whole Swedish life… So kind of in limbo still.

I did however, get my bank application handed in for the second time, so hopefully they’ll give me an account soon.

I also took a trip today to this place: System Bolaget!!

For those who don’t know, buying alcohol in Sweden is a bit weird. Yes you can buy some light beers and drinks in supermarkets and corner shops. However, not above a certain % of alcohol by volume. You can also buy it in bars and restaurants… but it is very expensive. The last place you can buy it and the main place to have at home, is this store.

It is basically a monopoly on the alcohol trade in Sweden, meaning prices when compared to the UK are pretty high.

I like the idea of controlling alcohol and that it is maybe seen as an antisocial good. It will just take some time to adapt to paying £8 for some beers.

Over the weekend I’ll be going to Parkrun and still trying to find a bike.

I hope you all have a great weekend. Thanks again for reading.