I read Kim‘s entry and just wanted to take the opportunity to spread the word about some actions taken by people to raise money for the victims of hurricane Katrina. I think it’s a great effort made by people who care about other people and want to make a difference....

well, it’s that time of the year and it’s the first time in three years that I am home for the Schützenfest. There are riflemen’s processions and a fair with a huge tent to celebrate. There is also always a good chance to meet old friends and people you haven’t...

Ok, here’s the news, girls… [be prepared for a longer post and I don’t expect you to follow my rambling ;)] This morning I received an email from Katie, the lady from Volt, my sponsor company. She just wanted to make sure that I had been informed about the situation...

10 years ago I was 19 and had just finished Gymnasium (highschool). I was not very happy about it, because I would have liked to stay in school for a little longer. I really liked being in school and didn’t look forward to the new part of my life. I...

believe it or not, this weekend was gorgeous! It seems like the sun is back, at least for a little while. Ilka and I went to a wedding yesterday and the wedding party was definitely really lucky that it was nice and sunny weather. Surprisingly, the church wedding was really...

I hope you’ll have a wonderful day and tomorrow we’ll celebrate together! I am really happy that we’ve become such good friends over the last 1,5 years and therefore I have to say “Thank you” that you dropped me a line back then just because we have the same name...

Susi is going to come and visit me on Monday! She just called me and said she booked a train ticket. I am so happy that I’ll be able to see her again! :)… Read more