So, this morning we had the test for the last of “B1” sequence of (4) courses, and I’m amazed to report that I got an A-. Whoohoo! Let’s just say that I got lucky with some of my guesses, since … Continue reading
Today is just a quick post, as another 3 weeks have passed since my last German test, and therefore we have another test tomorrow.
For me, the Barcelona Cathedral was a bit different from other Gothic Cathedrals we’ve seen over the years, mainly because the huge wooden choir seats area is smack in the middle of the main part of the church, obstructing the … Continue reading
The Barcelona Cathedral in today’s photos is not officially called “the real Barcelona Cathedral”.
On our last day in Barcelona, we had a vague idea that we might check out one or two small museums, so we headed in their general direction after checking out of the hotel. It was a particularly beautiful day … Continue reading
So today in my German class I had to give another 10 minute presentation, which I found out about after we got back from Barcelona. That has, necessarily, taken up most of my time the past few days, and so … Continue reading
As I scramble to finish my class presentation — that I’m giving tomorrow! — I realized I again today wouldn’t have time for a more complete post about Barcelona.
Yesterday in passing I mentioned the idea that Berliner-style doughnuts pretty much disappear from the bakeries here in Germany — and also in the South Tirol region in Italy — during Lent. They made a brief comeback around St. Joseph’s … Continue reading
There will be a short break from the blog posts this week, as Chris and I take a little vacation time. But I’ll leave you with a puzzle to ponder in the meantime. Consider this photo:
Hard to believe, but 3 weeks have passed since the last test in my German class. So, today was the day of the test for the current 3 week session.