This photo is my favorite photo from my time in Sweden. I had gone fishing in Sweden’s beautiful Archipelago, to unwind just after the incredible, historic visit to Sweden by President Barack Obama in September 2013. The picture reflects how happy and content I have been in Sweden, while pursuing a really proactive agenda to advance the US-Sweden relationship.
It is bittersweet to say the least to find myself at this moment. Returning back to the US, and saying goodbye to our friends in Sweden. This an been an extraordinary, and extraordinarily beautiful, experience. I have loved every single moment serving President Obama and the United States in the Kingdom of Sweden.
The Swedes are fantastic partners of America. The Swedes, old Swedes and new Swedes, are just wonderful and Natalia and I and Aurora have made so many absolutely wonderful friends here. I can tell you: we are grateful for every single act of friendship, every single act of generosity and we leave with love in our hearts for the thousands we have had the honor to meet here.
I have been privileged to travel literally all over Sweden, to its four corners and so, so many places, little towns and larger cities, in between. Serving as Ambassador in your country is the privilege of my life, and I will be eternally grateful for the live and warmth we have experienced here.
Tack så väldigt mycket!!!!!
God Bless America and God Bless the American-Swedish relationship!
Mark Brzezinski, US Ambassador to Sweden
