Last week at home – Germany recap part II
Monday morning, I woke up to something I had already accepted to not see (in the Rhineland) during my stay in Germany. Snow! Lots of it. Like 8 inches. I felt like a little kid,...
A Birthday and a Wedding – Germany recap part I
Apparently, the second half of my vacation was so packed with activities that I didn’t have the time to update at all. If this recap might get a little lengthy, I apologize in advance. I...
Delurk! Even if it is a day late…
I still owe you the update of the second half of my Germany trip and rest assured, I am working on it, but for today I’ll just ask you to delurk!   Yesterday was Official Delurking...
Back in the US
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...
Saying Goodbye to 2008
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...
Greta’s baptism
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...
Family Christmas
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...
Medieval Christmas Market
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...