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Originally I come from the Swedish part of Finland but I have lived in Sweden since I was nine years old. I spoke perfect Finnish when I came to Sweden. Today, I understand it better than I speak it. Swedish is, after all, my mother tongue. If I spend some time where they only speak Finnish, it would probably come back quite quickly, I suspect.
I live in Uppsala in my lovely studio where I thrive very well. I see myself as a cheerful, open, easy-going person. I’m probably pretty reserved until I get to know people in real life. Can be difficult to get to know the “real†Mella. But once we are familiar with each other, I would like to hang out often.
What do I do during the day then? Spend time with my loved ones, listening to music, read books, see a movie. I have a black belt in Fika! (Fika = Swedish for having coffee and bun).
On weekends … I like to go out occasionally and take a glass of wine or a beer and dance a bit. Very nice to meet new people! I’m just as happy on the sofa with a good movie, good company and a cup of coffee.
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