Gretchen was HIER

My oh my, do I have catching up to do here! I have neglected you, dear reader, because I've had another visitor! My friend Gretchen from DC came to see me at the beginning of April and left yesterday for the next part of her European adventure.

I really must say, it is so nice to have a familiar face around. Someone who knows me a bit, you know? Gretchen and I chatted and chatted and chatted, and when she left I felt caught up on my old DC life. It was like a vacation for me, too. Plus, we toured a couple little towns along the Rhine, ate German food, drank German drinks, and did lots and lots of walking. When I have visitors, I remember to enjoy the opportunities that I have right here at my finger tips  just a little bit more.