Sunday, May 20, 2012

  We were able to catch up on some much needed rest as we left Falun around noon today.  We arrived in Rättvik in time for lunch and then went to several art exhibits (where Cara added a piece to her souvenir collection!)  

Cara with Pysse Hellström, the Artist

  A walk through the forest was next on the agenda where our team was captivated by the beauty of Sweden's wilderness.

  In addition to all the wonderful people we have met and the wonderful opportunities we have had on this trip, we could not believe our luck when we discovered that the inspiration for Jim Henson's muppet, The Swedish Chef, actually lived in Rättvik.  After one swift phone call and 15 minutes' time, the real Swedish Chef, Lars Bäckman, appeared.  For those of us who grew up with The Muppet Show, things couldn't have gotten more surreal.  

The Team with The Swedish Chef