We Moved to the Mountains

We Moved to the Mountains

Cody and I kicked off Our First Adventure last month at our family’s cabin in Tempelseter, Eggedal. We weren’t too lucky with the weather but that didn’t stop us from having an amazing time. We spent our days hiking in the terrain, dancing on mountain peaks, and admiring the views anytime we could. When the rain and fog wouldn’t clear, we curled up by the fire and listened to the pouring rain. I read books, baked banana bread, and enjoyed time to myself just to think.


(Photos posted on Instagram @juliaelizabethblog and @codythecabinpup)

After a week and a half in the mountains, we returned home to Bærum to see family who were visiting from out of town. While it was nice to be surrounded by loved ones, I missed the mountains. I missed waking up to the birds chirping and falling asleep to the wind howling. I missed spending my days in hiking boots and my nights by the fire. I missed living on mountain time and having endless kilometers of terrain to explore. A few days back in civilization was exactly what I needed to realize that I wanted to move to the mountains and live at the cabin more permanently.

Over the last few days, I got everything ready for the move. I outfitted myself with proper hiking gear and searched our attic for hats and gloves. I bought arts and crafts at the hobby store and grabbed some novels from our bookshelves at home. I stocked up on dry goods at the grocery store and put winter tires on the car. When everything was in order, I loaded up the car and we were on our way. Cody and I arrived yesterday afternoon and spent the evening unpacking and getting settled. This morning, the mountains welcomed us with a beautiful sunrise.

We couldn’t have asked for a better welcome gift. It’s good to be home!

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  1. November 5, 2017 / 14:01

    Wonderful! Such a beautiful life you’ve chosen for your self. Sometimes the unfortunate events bring you the best opportunities.

    I saw your comment on my last blog post, and I wondered how did you find my post? I’m mainly writing my blog for myself (that’s why they get so long, with details that only I like) and my friends/family. So I was surprised to see your comment. Of course I don’t mind at all, it’s nice to read! But I just wondered how you’d found it. 😊
    Love, Jade

    • November 5, 2017 / 14:57

      Aw thanks Jade, there’s definitely some truth in that! I believe I was searching under the hiking tag on wordpress, just trying to find more bloggers that enjoy the outdoors and adventure 🙂 Xo, Julia

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