Must-know German words and phrases
Here are the basic words and phrases you'll need to get by in Germany - and their Swabian versions, just for kicks! There are two levels...
Germany to me...
...is rolling hills, clumps of pine forest along the highway, towns nestled in small valleys and castles high above. Germany to me is...
Swabian Culture
When foreigners think of Germany, they typically think of Bavaria: Leather pants and low-cut dresses, huge tankards of beer and pretzels...
Galgenlieder by Christian Morgenstern
Having recently posted my own translation of a nonsensical German poem, I felt I should share the work of a true master. Max Knight was...
Two Chickens on the Way to the Day before Yesterday
A nonsensical parody poem by Reinhard Mey, "Zwei Hühner auf dem Weg nach Vorgestern" pokes fun at modern theater in rhyming couplets. As...
German train sketches
I commute by train every day, and thought I might share some sketches! Those 25 minutes every morning are great for a bit of drawing....
German decorations
Rather than sketches, I thought this time I would share with you a few more images taken during this month's photoshoot. Germany has some...
Germany - Land of Hilltop Castles
Grey skies and sunlight between clouds, rolling hills with pine forest coats; heavy meals and beer cellars and cobblestone alleys... All...
Make Yourself an Armenian Meal
Mmmhmm, food. Just about the best thing about traveling is tasting different types of food - and Armenia definitely doesn't underperform...
Must-know Armenian Words and Phrases
I've been to Armenia twice now and stayed with an Armenian family, so I've compiled the words and phrases I found myself using most....
