is another one’s poison. There is this story that American forces dropped parcels with food and necessities after wwII to the starving German population. The parcels had “gift” written on them. And the Germans felt mocked: they’re dropping food and they have the audacity to … Continue reading One man’s gift
There is one quote that every German knows when it comes to Christmas: “Früher war mehr Lametta.” “In previous years was more tinsel.” Loriot NB: A slight awkwardness in the wording was intended by Loriot. He is also the author of a famous Christmas poem. … Continue reading Memories of tinsel and glitter
Wordless Wednesday
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Monochrome Madness: Twelve Days of Christmas
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More windows from walking home at night. And when I see that doggy in the window I know I’m as good as home. Monday Window
The prompt lets me think of snowy paths through white forests but so far this hasn’t happened here. My walk took me past barren trees and empty grapevines and when I came into the plain I was greeted by unexpected winter colours – strawberry fields. … Continue reading Winter colour riot
