Growing up in Northern Germany, we counted down to the New Year and new beginnings like everyone around the world. Leading up to midnight, ...
February 18, 2026
February 01, 2026
Stay Positive - A Love Story for Valentines Day
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
February 01, 2026
As long as I had known him, my grandfather had always a positive outlook and sunny disposition. To this day, I marvel at the memories I hav...
Got (Leftover) Beef? How About Making Hachis Parmentier
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
February 01, 2026
Mom, what’s for dinner, I’m starving! How many times have we heard this? Here is a wonderful comfort food recipe for all seasons. The Fre...
January 28, 2026
The Columbian Exchange… Or, Have Some Chili Con Carne
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
January 28, 2026
Have you ever heard of the Columbian Exchange? No, it is not an online stock trading and investment platform in the South American country...
January 26, 2026
You are what you eat – Corn (maize) anyone?
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
January 26, 2026
I was in 5 th grade when my father was transferred by his employer from West Germany to the United States on a one-year sabbatical to “lear...
Temporary Shower Curtain Rod Extension - Do-it-yourself!
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
January 26, 2026
During one of our trips to Europe, we rented a self-contained apartment. Since my spouse is handicapped and mobility impaired , there are ...
