Anything else?

Sorry that I have been delayed in posting. Not too much is new here. First let me apologize for any typing errors. I am using my new lap top and it has a German key board. The letters and punctuations are not in the same place. I am also struggling with the software as it too is in German. It feels as if it is the first time that I have used a computer.

Right now I am suffering from a chest cold. Lots of coughing. The Germans seem to be crazy for teas that heal you. Drinking a "Husten tee" as I write. It is for coughs (Husten is German for cough) and tastes a bit like licorice. It is very odd but seems to be helping.

I am half heartedly working on searching for a job. I have a prospect in sight and hopefully it will work out. The job would allow me to stay here in Karlsruhe as well as be in the medical device field. Keep your fingers crossed for me.

Bad News

Already 2009 is starting off with a bang. As if a blood clot in the leg wasn't enough, I have just been notified that Accellent will no longer need my services. I will not be working there after February 9th.

I am not sure what I will be doing next. I do know that I want to stay in Germany or Europe. Other than that my plan is not clear but I will keep everyone posted.

Prost Neu Jahr!

Happy New Year everyone!! After delays caused by my clot, I finally made it back home on January 1. I spent New Year's on an airplane but it was worth it. I enjoyed my time in the US but am happy to be back home in Karlsruhe.

Oddly enough, as soon as I arrived back the weather here seems to have taken a turn for the worse. It is as if I brought the Wisconsin weather back with me. It is cold (-7C) and we have snow (~2inches)! Normally Karlsruhe doesn't see much snow but it is here and appears to be staying.

I visited the doctor this morning for a blood draw and check up on the clot. Hopefully all will be well and I continue on the road to recovery.