Thanksgiving 2009

Well, this year I hosted Thanksgiving Part II. It went much better than last year as I learned a few lessons along the way. The Irish were still late (next time the paddy doesn't get to go to Ireland before a holiday as he can't be trusted to remember his passport)...long story. I still wasn't able to organize a turkey for the event so we made due with chickens. We had a lovely meal! My friends and I are such good cooks, if I do say so myself. Eva made a beef stew that was served in a pumpkin, Andreas made knödel (german bread dumplings), Judith made rolle (beef rolls stuffed with pickle and cheese)....so much food and it was all delicious! No pictures this year so I will add that to the list of things to get right for next year. 1. Turkey 2. pictures. 2010 will be the best one yet!

Good News!

I am so excited to say that soon I will be self employed! It has been a long road to get here and really has only come about because of a complicated visa situation but the day will soon be here. I have health insurance, a business number, a tax number and all that is left is to pay the visa office €40 and the deal will be done. January 8, I will be officially self employed!

Also in the news is that I will arrive stateside for my offical christmas visit in exactly 5 days! I am so excited to be coming home this year. I am most excited to be bringing a special someone with me. He hasn't been to the US before so it will be fun to show him around and introduce him to my family. It will be a short trip (only 8 days) but it is a much needed rest. See you soon!!!