Christmas in Germany

Its finally Christmas time here in Deutchland and It certainly feels like it. It has snowed a few times already. Being from south Alabama, snow is the last thing you can expect to see. Living there for 24 years I have only seen it twice; once in 1995 and 2010. Even then it was only a few inches. I am loving the snow here so far. I haven't been in it long enough for the "love" to wear off although I am sure it will sooner or later. The Christmas markets here are amazing. I am so excited to explore as many as I can this month. Although I am thrilled it's Christmas, it also makes me homesick. It's true what they say, you know. Home is where the heart is. Or, there is no place like home. Both are true. I miss my mama most. Since moving here, I have certainly learned alot. One, never take family for granted and spend as much time as you can with them. I can't just drive down the road to see them. I miss my son being able to see his grandparents and spend time with them. Two, learn to appreciate the country you come from. I wanted so bad to get out of the states only to want so badly to return. Three, people are different everywhere. They have different beliefs, views, and customs than you. Learn to appreciate that not everyone thinks the way you do. Four, make as many friends as possible. Aside from your spouse and kid(s), they are all you have. Five, aside from not taking family for granted, do not take small things for granted. I miss wal-mart, waffle house, and cable to name just a few.  Welcome to Army Life.

Oh, and on another note: I have finally met some nice Germans.Faith in humanity restored! =)

made from scraps around the house