Hello from Duisburg. We are having the most wonderful time here with family. Ralf has become more German over night it is amazing to see and hear him, mum and dad you will be plesed to know that his heritige is strong within him.
I walk around all day with a big silly grin on my face just looking, listening, smelling and tasting life in Europe. Yesterday walking around the old town of Colone I finally got a taste of real history... I never understood it before. The Cathedral was magnificant. From the height of the atrium and the towers to the stained glass windows. Walking down into the crypt and seeing the dates inscribed on the tombs... wow just so hard to take in. I am loving the people, the language, the fashion Steph is so amazing you would love it.
Being here with family is fabulous but it makes me think of you all home in Australia and a little home sick for you all. The blog comments you send are fabulous and bring you along for the ride and keep them coming.
Seb- less of hooters and more for your mum thanks
FIMs are you not worn out yet, it doesn't sound like it, sounds like you are embracing it fully, Thank you.
Vicky- you would love it here it is quilters heaven, it really is that picture postcard European town.
Steph and Seb we tried to ring yesterday but alas noone home, we will try again today before we leave Andreas tomorrow
Mum it was great to hear your voice yesterday and I love spending timne with your family (well my family too) (yes I am crying...again)
Since we arrived in Duisburg Andreas has been trying very hard to meet our every need and last night after dinner at a lovely family Italian restaraunt we walk outside and yes it was snowing... I am sitting here in bed in the attic and the light is just starting to come through the slanted window and I see snow covering the window pane. We will get some photos this morning before the snow turns to slush.
Ok we now know why Ralf never lets me write on the blog.
So long for now from one very happy traveller XXXXX
P.S. Learnt a very valuable lesson yesterday... dont wear socks while going down polished spiral inside steps, I now have a very colourful left hip!!!!
Oh Sim Sam - it sounds like a winter wonderland! Well - apart from the accompanying bruises. No - the FIMs aren't stressed out at all. Well, maybe a little - just having to be responsible. But the FID and FIS are doing well. The main thing is all animals are alive and there is food and water for all. The rest might be a little more of a stretch - but that is good for starters. We are becoming very proficient in having the mobiles with us even when we sleep so we know what time who gets home. Even Meeks will nudge us if we miss the beep beep! We love your long blogs Sammie - tis beautiful. Have a wonderful last day - up early tomorrow for your first European train trip!!! Wuhoo.
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Hi Sam I am so glad you have enjoyed your time in germany,my lot can be a bit full on you have to pull them into line some time,so aguess ralf fits right in.Hope you did not hurt yourself to much still have a long way to go.Can't believe Karin was right with the snow forecast but how nice for you,you really had it all.Enjoy the barbeque tonight and don't let them keep you up too late remember early start in the morning once again give my love to them all,and keep enjoying your trip.love Mum and Dad
ReplyDeleteGlad you have enjoyed your first taste of history, there is so much more to come. I remember many years ago when you told me that you really had no interest in seeing Europe at all. I am so glad you changed your mind and are now discovering and seeing for yourself some truely amazing sights. It's great to be able to share this special journey with you from the other side of the world. Keep enjoying every moment BB and Ralfy. Love you lots Lynn and co xoxo
ReplyDeleteHello Ralf, hello Sandra! We had a wonderful time with you. I´m so glad to hear the voice of your mum on the phone. Maybe one time we visit you in Australia. We LOVE you. Andreas & Stefanie
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