by Scot Shumski | Nov 2, 2019 | Germany
What a great house to celebrate the day of the dead. Part of the charm of our 450 year old house is the traditional Bayern ceramic wood stove that usually straddles two rooms. It’s angled, multi-layered, and perfect for hosting candles. I’m sure Luis,...
by Scot Shumski | Oct 24, 2019 | Germany
Not sure when it’s going to wear off, but still appreciating the drive between post and home. There were so many things to love about living in Pinehurst and North Carolina (and the kids will tell you what those are every day), but one thing that brings me much...
by Scot Shumski | Oct 2, 2019 | Germany
Spoiler Alert…..the Munich Oktoberfest takes place primarily in September. So if you are planning to do Oktoberfest in Munich, keep that nugget in mind. The day before we went to Oktoberfest it was beautiful. It was sunny and 75 degrees. One of my friends...
by Scot Shumski | Sep 11, 2019 | Germany
Prior to arriving in DE I had a system for rubbish in my car. Upon arrival at my destination, I would remove any garbage that had accumulated during the errand and deposit at a receptacle where I exited my vehicle (I eschew trash bags in vehicles unless the road...
by Scot Shumski | Sep 10, 2019 | Germany
Ahh…the weekly girl scout and cub scout meeting…probably the moment on post where I most feel like I’m back living in the United States. I have no idea how I don’t see any of the 10,000 American minivans I see on post, when I’m driving...