I’m sorry I haven’t updated sooner – things have been kind of quiet here.
Two weekends ago I visited some of my German cousins including Irmgard and Alois, Christian and his daughter, Sophie, and Marcos and his wife, Melanie. Günther and Annmarie were also there. We had coffee and cake at Irmgard and Alois’s. Everyone says that Irmgard is a good housewife and by that I thought they meant her house was clean, etc. I was mistaken. What they meant is that Irmgard served apfelkuchen that she had made from scratch with apples she picked from her garden. There was also a homemade mocha torte thing that was to die for and homemade bread with supper. She even made the lace that was sewn on the tablecloth. My socks were blown off I was so impressed.
Last week during the week I was pretty homesick, but I don’t think anyone wants to hear about the hard stuff. The homesickness was combated with Skype calls to my family and Lanie. If any of you have Skype and want to contact me that would be wonderful. I really do miss hearing about what’s going on.
I did discover the Paper Studio last week. It’s this little place on campus that is only open for a couple of hours a week where students can do art for free. There’s all these one of a kind rubber stamps, paints, stencils. There is also Norah Jones music (one of my favorites) and tea. It’s warm, inviting, and relaxing. I can’t wait for it to be open again!
This past week had a lot of shopping going on. I found an electronics store and was able to get a better power cord for my laptop so I don’t have to worry about it sparking anymore. I am not a computer person, but I was pretty sure sparking was bad for everything involved. I also got a battery charger for my camera and a second converter. Small things, but things that make life so much easier!
Friday I made another trip to IKEA. This time it was Maria and Lyazzat. I got a duvet cover for my blanket, pillowcases, and a couple of kitchen-y type things. I am still loving IKEA. It’s a wonderful, magical place.
Friday night was a birthday party for my friend Kate. The party had an 80s theme to it, so a few people (myself included) dressed for the occasion. Outrageous make and large hair were all the rage Friday night. There was 80s music, Tom & Jerry cartoons in Japanese (which was sort of baffling), and lots of people. It was a fun night.
The rest of the weekend was pretty quiet, but I am planning a trip to Berlin for this upcoming weekend. I’ve planned my trains and booked a bed in a youth hostel. I’m really looking forward to it and will be sure to post when I get back!
Love,
Elizabeth
Günther, Alois, me, Irmgard
All the 80s people! There were lots more people there, but these are the costumed people. I'm sporting a fashionable Punky Brewster look!
Saskia (from Costa Rica), me, and Maria having a blast at Kate's party!
2 comments:
Hi Elizabeth. Great to hear from you. Yea, Irmgarde is a trooper. Every morning before we got up she had been to the store for fresh bread and had breakfast ready. Tell her I said hi and I'm very happy she is still going strong. Enjoyed your stories. I loved Berlin. I have never been to New York but I bet it would remind me of there. Take care and keep up the good work at school. Frank
Yay! You're back. Good one. Have fun in Berlin!
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