Just a note of appreciation for the Chariot’s seasonal banner depicting what are known locally as ‘nisser’, maybe ‘elves’ in English. They are at the heart of yuletide culture hereabouts, far more popular than any modern notions of supernatural events. In fact they are in evidence the whole year round. A house is said to have ‘a good nisse’ if it feels like home. But for children it’s the special nisse, the ‘julemand’ (Father Xmas) who deserves most attention. This little fella hails from Norway and lives in a barn.

I’ve always enjoyed Nordic Christmas traditions. As a child Astrid Lindgren’s Christmas books were my favourites. Thanks for posting this.
Well done Janus, I was just about to compliment BHO (Brisbane Head Office) on another post then I saw this.
The banner looks great.
Thanks!
Nice “nisser” and nice new header. Well done both.
Ah, that’s what they are: nisser! Nice. 🙂