"Russ is a tradition and cultural phenomenon in Norway. Students who graduate from upper secondary school are called russ and celebrate with the characteristic festivities (russefeiring) during the first few weeks of May."

- read the rest at wikipedia: [link]
(it's actually an interesting article)

well, I'm part of it now, wearing a red unform and a lovely hat. so far it's been a lot of fun - even the part where I have to take care of my obnoxiously drunk friends. I'm in the process of earning knots and I'll probably post some pictures soon.

In other news, I just got back from visiting my grandparents n other relatives in Namsos and Levanger. I got to drive the 7-seater which was awkward at first 'cause it's an automatic and well when you hit the brakes thinking it's the clutch... Need I say more?