I am going to start (trying) to make more of an effort to blog. This summer I have really become addicted to crafting blogs. I have realized that a big trip shouldn't be the only reason I write. A blog is a great way to keep an online journal; something Craig and I can look back on and remember and reflect all of the good times we had. I have enjoyed going back and reading my first blog posts, so I can only imagine what it will be like when I read this 5 - 10 -20 years from now!
This summer we weren't able to do some of the trips we had originally planned/hoped for due to certain circumstances. But hey, that's life!
Even though we've taken a small break from travelling, we have still been busy. Here's a small glimpse at what we have been up to:
- Craig worked all summer except for a two week holiday.
- We (Craig and Amy) took a combined total of 15 hours of Master's level classes.
- We moved apartments.
- We took care of a lot of "business" in relation to our move, filing German taxes, getting new work visas, etc.
But, all of that sounds really boring and really awful, so here's what we've really spent most of our time doing:
I spent the summer pretending like I was on Project Runway.
While Craig spent the summer pretending like he was on The Next Food Network Star --- I'm a pretty tough judge :)
We checked out a variety show... which was full of variety.
We took a lot of walks in a new (to us) park. Now that we have moved apartments we are closer to this park.
It's perfect for running around.
I taught Bella how to fly.. just something I did in my free time :)
Other than flying, Bella spent a lot of time thinking. Don't be fooled by her good looks, Bella Maria is a thinker.
Mika spent a lot of time running and swimming (when it wasn't too cold). It's been in the 60s here lately!
Craig enjoyed exploring the new trails.
But, who are we kidding? At our apartment this summer, there was a lot of this going on....
And this....
And most certainly a whole lot of this....
(I love Bella in this picture).
So, even though we took a break from touring Europe this summer, we have certainly had a nice time taking it easy and enjoying the little things in life.
My uncle will be visiting Leipzig in a week and I am certainly excited to show him the sites of Leipzig and Dresden. We might even check out some places I have yet to visit.
I certainly can't believe Craig starts back to work tomorrow and I start back in a little less than 2 weeks! We aren't ready to be back at work, but we are excited for all the good things that will be coming this Fall.
Thanks for reading!
Amy