I must say that summertime in Sweden is absolutely beautiful. Specially when the sun is shining. The Swedes are so happy to be out in the sun and they just sit around the parks, take their boats out and go for long walks. I can totally understand their need to be out in the sun when the country is in darkness for most of the year. Most Swedes take 5 weeks off work during summertime just so they can go to their summer cottages or have fun in the sun. Those who work for Scandinavian companies know that nothing gets done in July. 
BTW, I was told that if the parent has taken leave, they cannot put the child in childcare. (But what if they want to take a break from their children!!!).
However, the newbies to Sweden are not quite used to adoring the sun. My mother-in-law, Irene actually asked me why I am not out sitting in the sun but sitting under the shade. Linn complained that it is too hot with the sun shining down on her face. She started to take off her clothes in the park. Apparently, kids are outdoors on sunny days and they are encouraged to stay outdoor. Quite different from Singaporeans where we shun the sun, refuse to go out when it is too hot and the aircon is our best friend.
Maybe we will be sun worshipers next year.
