torsdag 12 september 2024

Driving Through Memories

This is the oldest photo on my phone, taken on July 2, 2023, during a weekend trip to visit my parents in Mörbylånga, a small village on the Swedish island of Öland. In the picture, you can see my friend Ulf Nordlander at the wheel of his Mini Cooper, wearing his bright yellow hoodie, which always stands out no matter where we go. He’s focused on the road, his profile set against the passing landscape as we drive through familiar scenery.


 We’ve been friends for over 35 years. We met back when we were both chasing dreams of becoming actors. Those were different times—full of big ambitions, rehearsals, and the excitement of youth. But life had other plans for both of us. Ulf was drawn to set design, a world behind the stage, where creativity took a different form. Eventually, though, he found his true calling in elder care, a career far from the theater lights but one where his kindness truly shines. 


This trip to Öland felt like one of those full-circle moments. There we were, cruising through the island’s quiet roads, surrounded by the vast, open countryside that always feels like home. Ulf’s bright hoodie was a splash of color against the muted tones of the car, and I couldn’t help but snap the photo, capturing the simple beauty of the moment. We didn’t need words. Just the road, the familiar comfort of our friendship, and the hum of the Mini Cooper’s engine.


Looking at this picture now, I’m reminded of all the conversations we’ve had over the years—about life, dreams, and how we’ve both ended up in places we never expected. Ulf, once set on designing worlds for the stage, now brings joy to the elderly, and I, who thought I’d be an actor, found my creative outlet in the world of costume design and vlogging. Our paths may have diverged, but our friendship never wavered.


This photo is more than just a snapshot of a car ride; it’s a reminder of the journey we’ve been on together for decades.



#lifelongfriendship #roadtripmemories #momentofpeace #nostalgicvibes #simplemoments #miniadventures #vensklandsbygd #landskap #vännerförlivet #vackraöland  


Do you have a friend you’ve known for years? Tell me about a moment that sums up your friendship!

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