After church this morning, I biked to the university area of Uppsala. The Royal Mounted Band was making a special appearance.
Yes, the cathedral is getting some roof repair, but it does clearly give a point of reference to show that we’re in Stockholm. This is the band that usually plays for the changing of the guard at the royal palace in Stockholm.
Then I joined the crowd in walking a couple blocks to the botanical garden, where there was a nice display of playing and riding. There was a nice description of the troupe, the music, and some reference to what I think (because of limitations with my Swedish) is that this royal mounted band is in process of being considered for a UNESCO World Heritage listing for cultural significance.
It is feeling like fall now with cooler temperatures and more rain. The week ahead is forecast with rain on most of the days. I give a mid-term exam in Intro to Old Testament and the first papers for the hermeneutics course come in, so I’ll have plenty to do and won’t be sad to be missing beautiful weather.
With blessings,
Beth
My cousin Gustav is usually in the first row of brown horses, on the far left when facing the band. I can’t tell if he is in your picture, however, since the helmet covers so much of that cornet player’s face.
As always, good to hear from you. Warming up here this week 80’s. Getting ready for wedding shower for Erik and Payton. In the back yard. Jim rented a tent. Dr. Appointments today.
God be with you!