dental care in Sweden

When your a foreigner of the country,it's not unsual why we reacted things that we're not used to. Dental care for young adults in Sweden is  one reason why I deeply impressed them. Children and young adults up to age of 21 years old (in Western Götaland region) have free dental care until they turn 21 years old.

A good servise to those parents who have not much money. Going to dentist is not cheap,and it's a MUST for health reason. Taking care of your teeth is so important where mostly of the  bacteria stay behind because it could give us different kind of health problems.

I wish to have this kind of system in my country,where a lot of family needs it. Everything out there cost money,schools and etc.

I have my dental check up twice a year here,aside from immergency visit if necessary. It cost me money and even my husband because we are already adults. But parents who have more than 1-2 kids feel the words"release"spending extra amount for dentist charge.I hope that this kind of system will continue forever.

pictures with memories!



I took tram to the place where I have a lot of old memories during my first year in Sweden. I never thought from the start that life could be conflict, unless I experienced it with myself that language make all the difference. I manage to convince "me"that everything would be fine because I can speak english. It works for a while but in some cases not. 

As I remembered for the first time I ride streetcar here. It was my first winter experienced and never had an idea what's gonna happened on that day. My husband used to drove me to school but for some reason I chooce to ride tram. Unfortunately it did not proceed to the station near my school. The driver gave information as "I heard " but it's in Swedish. I stepped out from the tram and decided to walked!passing through 2 station till I reach my school.

Winter!and cold I have no winter hat with me,because I thought it would necessary(never winter in Philippine). Then gave me  too much pain in my both ears. Old memories  nice to  track back the times,  specially if your a foreigner of the country.

Life is not stagnant, thanks to God. I was blessed that I handled it with care here(inspite of the language differences and the culture as well).









 

"Järntorget "tram station near by my old school



the school where I enrolled in,1 month just to learn Swedish language.My husband cover all the cost.

in the other side of "Järntorget"I used to satt here while waiting my tram, took my coffee brake.

Swedish 50 öre soon disappear

50 öre

March 25th Swedish Parliament decided to take away 50 öre(Swedish coins made of copper). This afternoon I was in Frölunda Torg (centrum near by where I live) brought all the collected 50 öre. I used them as payment for the goods I bought in the store.

 Not so much but since this coming 30th of September is the last day of the said coins,it's rather good to spend it now.

I save few "50 öre" at home as collection, might funny to have some. The proposal came from "The Bank of Sweden" that the said coin should be abolish. After 50 öre out from our wallet,maybe a little bit of the price will change.

 I am hoping that it will  not increase  much as a waited. People will lean on to National Board for Cunsomer Policies for price increase.

I understand that it cost more money to manufacture 50 öre. As one of tax payer here,I felt sad to accept it.

Swedish Election day

Our choice,your voice,let them hear you,which I did today. Swedish election day,first time ever for me!I feel much better, honor to be a part of the change. We arrived in polling station(school ) hour 11.30 as a first timer,my husband help me. I have no idea,what should I do.

Polling station is open at 8.00 till hour 20.00.When were inside the polling station,I understand what a proper voting order they have here. We bring  our social security ID with us and the voting card. The two very  important things you may need with. You don't need to find your name in the list,of what station you may belong because it was written in the(voting card)that was send via post mail at home.

I called it quick voting,we received 3 pcs of envelop where the 3 ballots (voting)paper should enclosed in. You don't need to write anything in the "ballot paper"was ready for every political parties. Pick up each you will vote for,give to the personal(enclosed envelop)show your voting card and ID. Finished!calm and not crowded,although outside shows long lines.

I never see security guard,either police in the nearby..The day shows normal as usual without trouble situation unlike the other countries during election day. This is how it should be politicians  don't need  to fight "bloody" way just to get  the people's vote. I cheer for Sweden in this way!!

Thanks for reading.have a nice day

why we need to think?

This weekend "September 19",big events will happen here in Sweden.Election day an important part for every country history. Who will be the next Swedish Minister?who can make the real change that people wanted too. Every body are tired of paying higher taxes,but as promise with some party that they will lower the tax if they win. Others have the concern of more job,we build Sweden together with consideration of solidarity.

A promising point,like an exciting film that we would wish to watch. Let's wait after then,I come in the station and vote for the first time. Finally,I can shout my right after staying in the country for 4 years. As a new Swedish citizen,I will choose the best among them which I think capable to be in the position.

No need to worry about in the other hand,because vote buying is not in the air. The tactic will not work here,so I am happy for that. Each parties have good intention for the people,and for the country itself. This Sunday we will give Sweden the new journey with the new government.

Vote wisely!

Swedish and Japanese car on top

It was in the "GP" newspaper today that Swedish and Japanese car second hand on top.
These are the Swedish cars

1. Volvo S40,
2. Volvo V50 from 2004-2006.
3.  Saab 9-5 2004-2006.

Here are the list of the Japanese cars:

• Toyota Camry 2001-2003
• Toyota Prius 2004-2006
• Toyota Avensis 2005-2006
• Lexus IS 2006
• Honda Civic 2006

These are the cars that win the test of "The Swedish Motor Vehicle Inspection Co" even test from Folksam"insurance company".

Enjoy reading..

I called it d "hidden"

I would say,"hidden" place,excuse me I just invent the name. We've been in the part of the forest where I caught sight of the military storage or stockroom. Well thought out from the beginning when Sweden fight againt Denmark(during war). Here they keep tinned food for the military,inside is so cool serve as their refrigerator.

I am not sure today if this was still used,but I think so because of the keys outside. Sweden is one of the Scandinavian country(besides Norway,they are not EU member) that became EU member year 1995. War is far behind us,we feel safe here because the country is not alone to go and fight.

But the amount that Swedish government paid just for the membership is such a large sums. Well...well..in turn back of it Swedish citizens could travel along way to EU member country inside Europe without needing visa. No hasle,open door to us people here. We did it once in Germany with car trip,honestly I love it because, nice to get away from the trouble of producing visa.

I wish to have peace in every country today. People needs to move without feeling  frightened in their own sorroundings. Everybody are entitled to have freedom.