Germany

Every time I come back to this blog, another year or so has passed! Where does time go??? Hello to all my family and loved ones...I depart for Germany Monday morning. I'm excited, but also nervous. Singing Wagner in Germany. I feel very prepared with this role..thank you Eric and Alan-but still nervous to sing the iconic composer's works in his native land. I have my "German for Dummies" book as well as some phrases on an index card that I wrote down and need to memorize. I've never been to Germany and I am always a bit overwhelmed when it comes to departing for a new country. Getting settled in, getting internet...finding a grocery store..finding a pizza joint that will eventually know my order by heart and smile kindly when I come in...it can be a bit daunting. I'm in Frankfurt until the 26th of June....and I am determined this time to push myself when it comes to getting out and seeing things. I always have grand plans to travel around and site see and then I get overwhelmed with how much there is to do so I stay in and watch a DVD. Sad? Yup. I know. Anyway-thank you all for reading and humoring me and staying connected with me while overseas. When I arrive and get all set up, I will post again. Auf Wiedersehen (Goodbye) Yup-already writing in German. Look out.