I am back home after 3,5 wonderful weeks in Germany with my family. I think, this time it’s going to take a little longer for me to completely settle in again. Saying goodbye to everyone – especially my niece – was incredibly hard. I don’t want to think about that I won’t...
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After Greta’s baptism, there were two more days left for J before he flew back to California. On Sunday the 28th, we went back to Kaster (where we had our wedding celebration). It has a cute little “old town” and we had dinner at the local “Pfannkuchenhaus”. J had a...
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Technically, I should start with wishing everyone a Happy New Year. I know, it’s January, 4th already. I am late. But I am even much later on updating my blog here about my fabulous time in Germany. There is just so little time. J put it this way: I can’t...
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The last week, and especially Christmas, was just wonderful and so busy, hence the lack of posts. The greatest gift was to spend the holidays with my family. Christmas Eve is always very special. In the morning, I set up my Mom’s beautiful new Nativity Set. Then, my sister (and...
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Last Sunday, we met my uncle in Köln for a stroll at the medieval Christmas Market. I had no idea that it existed and was very intrigued. It was a very interesting market with people in medieval costumes and many different stands. We walked around, looked at all the different...
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Finally, I have a few minutes (before heading to bed) to give you a quick update. I don’t even know where to start. I am so happy to be here. J and I arrived safely on Wednesday morning. The flights were smooth and time went by quickly. We even managed...
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I went to TJ’s after work to pick up some chocolate and a bottle of wine to give to my co-workers for Christmas. When I walked up to the check-out, the following conversation unfolded. Clerk: May I see proper documentation for the legal purchase of alcohol? (Translate: ID, please!) Me:...
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I didn’t think I would say this this year, but I am a little stressed out. Hence the lack of posts. The sh*tload of work I have to do at work is not helping either. Do you know the feeling when you’re counting down the days to a certain date...
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