Run Behind

Run behind (schedule) To be late. To take longer (to do something) than expected.   “We running…

Helsinki’s Cathedrals

Listen here The cathedrals of Helsinki stand out in the memories of those who have visited…

May Day, Labour Day, International Workers’ Day

Listen here First of May was chosen to commemorate the 1886 Haymarket affair in Chicago.  …

Can You Imagine Living With A Bear?

Listen here A Russian family found a brown bear, which lost his mother, in the forests…

A Far Cry From

A far cry from Completely different from.  “The house they have now is a far cry…

Traveling Off The Beaten Track

Listen here Capital cities can be exciting places, filled with many interesting sights and cultural activities.…

Sleep Like A Log

Sleep like a log (also top) To sleep very well. No noises will wake you up. …

The First Millennial Saint

Listen here Carlo Acutis was an Italian boy, born in London, who died at the age of…

Holy Wednesday

Listen here Wednesday was the day when Judas decided to betray Jesus and it is  remembered…

On The Nose

On the nose Exactly, precisely.We also use this phrase when we wish to emphasize there is…