It is definitely bitter sweet. I had a fantastic trip. So fantastic that I don't even know where to begin. I want to tell you everything! Okay, I will start at the beginning.
I left you at the airport...I was getting ready to board...sorry to leave you hanging like that. I was so busy and had such a good time, I never once thought about blogging while I was there. Now, I want to relive it so I will by telling you and showing you some of the pictures I took. BTW I am very proud of my pics! I think they border on professional and I have decide that in my next career, I will be a photographer. I know crazy right?!?! Well, maybe you will change your views once you see my shots. I will let you be the judge.
My flights to and fro were great! Very little turbulence, which I have to admit was a relief. That is one of the only things I do not like about flying. They fed me, I rested, and arrived safely both directions. Who could ask for more!
I did become quite verklempt (verklemmt in German) as the plane approached the airport. The thought of seeing my brother for the first time in... too long was overwhelming!
Once I landed in Germany, I worked very hard on not getting lost in the airport. I did not want to delay seeing him in anyway. Thank God the signs had English and Deutsch translations so I made my way toward the exit without incident. Holding back the tears I turned the corner to what I thought would be more corridors and BAM Nadine, Peanut, and my favorite brother Dan were standing right there! I lost my breath for a moment but not my step and I immediately went to him and got the brother hug I have so longed for! It was from that moment on, I had the time of my life!
My first impression of Germany was "WOW, no speed limits!" My brother attempted to break the speed barrier more than once during my stay and he began with our trip to his house. Peanut, Dan and Nadine's doggie loved me at first lick and we became fast friends in the car. I held on to him for dear life and he to me for fear that the car might take wings and fly. It didn't and we arrived to his home safe and sound. Whew!!
Peanut <3
I was dying to meet the kids I have Skyped with for the last year and going to pick them up at school was a must! They knew I was coming and Dan and Nadine told me they were as excited to meet me as I them. However, Dan did warn me that the little one, Myra might take a day or two to warm up. I was prepared for that. We walked over to the school, which was a hop, skip, and jump from their house. Walking did these plane cramped legs some good. Patrick, saw me right away and came running! I got a big hug and smile! My heart quadrupled. Myra gave me a smile but was reserved as expected. We walked home giggling and having fun.
Once back at the house, Myra the "reserved" one ended up on my lap and we were even faster friends than Peanut, no licks required! I enticed the kids with America gifts. I figured it would be an ice breaker. After all, they only know me from Skype and I do not speak German at all. The gifts were a hit! Here are our first minutes together.
I fit right in!!
The first weekend we spent together was a family affair. All of us hopped in the car and did a little sight seeing, kids had a school show and cake feast, and Dan and Nadine hired a professional to take pictures of all of us. What a wonderful way to mark my visit.
DUCK FACES! HAHAHA
We had a lot of fun doing these pics and this is just a few of them!
I have taken you through the first three days of my time in Germany and I can see that it is going to take me more than one post to tell you about my trip.
What is to come...castles, tulips, and maybe even a video or two! PLUS, my favorite photos post! Stayed tuned!
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