Out of the frying pan into the fire

I sat by one of our lakes nearby this afternoon and the sky suddenly became full of dark clouds. For about an hour or so the heat was a little more bearable. But there were only a few drops of rain. They evaporated before even hitting the ground.

There are fires all over Sweden. Polish fire trucks are en route to help us. Many other countries are helping too. There is something in the air other than smoke - of kindness and collaboration. A feeling of appreciation to be a part of Europe. I wonder if it will affect the election this autumn.

I can hear thunder far away. It is an ominous atmosphere. My time in England an open wound. May we choose a different path.