Category Archives: You wonder about Miscellanea

Fifty Shades Of… Grey (as Big as a Book, but Online and Free)

I know you’re probably thinking here is the novel “Fifty Shades of Grey”. Or the movie. Online! Free!

Sorry to disappoint you. I did not even read the book. Nor seen the film. (Not that you believe me.)

I am talking about another Grey. It’s even more famous. I challenge you to discover the 50 shades presented here. It might be surprisingly exciting!

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Switzerland – A Small Country with Big Oddities (as Big as a Mountain)

Perhaps you have wondered, as a joke, or more seriously, why you should learn something about Switzerland. Or more: what would arouse interest? Well, I want you to see this country differently, perhaps through eyes of a child. (By the way, are you among those who saw “Heidi”?)

Sure, “the cantons country” is famous for many things, from watches (mechanical gems) to cheese (about 450 varieties). It is full of beautiful landscapes, especially mountains, which are reflected in the numerous lakes (more than 1500). The picturesque and modern intertwine. To conclude, the dream of every tourist! And when you hear “chocolate”, the Swiss ones certainly come to mind – tons are produced every year. My mouth is already watering!

But there are many other things about this country that are not known. And some will make you open your eyes, mouth, and… mind!

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