by Deanna Schweitzer | Jun 3, 2018 | News
It is so hard to believe that three whole months have passed since Emilia was born! A lot has happened in those three months, but that is for another post–this one is about our sweet, little Emi… At three months young, Emilia is healthy as can be. We are...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Apr 3, 2018 | News
This past weekend was full of visitors to our home…none of which we knew. Our fabulous realtor, Teresa Harbert, was busy entertaining those who stopped by to view our house that we just placed on the market. We are happy to report that all of her mingling and...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Mar 30, 2018 | News
We’ve been in the Portland area about 2.5 years now…that means it’s time to move again! If you know Brad and me, then you know we don’t stay in one place for a particularly long time. Although we do enjoy the adventure of living in a new place...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jan 24, 2015 | Stories
On Wednesday, we took our Chocolate Lab, Brandon, in for his annual check-up. It is hard to believe our sweet Choco Bear turned fifteen just last month. He’s hanging in there though. Aside from the normal signs of aging (hearing loss, macular degeneration, stiff...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jan 11, 2015 | Stories
This past weekend, we had some crazy high winds in our area. Well, that gave us the great idea to head out and fly some kites. You can probably already imagine how that went… Saturday seemed like a good day for kite flying. The temperature outside was unusually...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jan 10, 2015 | Stories
Since Nathan didn’t have to return to school until Wednesday this past week, that gave us two whole days to goof off together. Fortunately, one of those days was filled with bright, beautiful, vitamin D filled, mood boosting, I want to sing Hallelujah! sunshine....
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jan 2, 2015 | Stories
Do you ever go bowling? For us, it is something we do after a long period of time has passed only to ask ourselves, “Why don’t we do this more often?”. Bowling truly is a fun activity and it turns out that it is even more fun when a little person is...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Dec 30, 2014 | Stories
Cabin fever. It is something we have been feeling lately here in Germany. Cold, rainy days paired with our geriatric dog (who can’t be left alone for very long) have had us longing for the days when we could just head outdoors and explore. Well, this past...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Dec 11, 2014 | Stories
This past weekend, we celebrated Nikolaustag. Saint Nicholas Day is observed on December 6 here in Germany and in many Western European countries. Saint Nicholas, or Nikolaos of Myra, was known during his time for being kind and generous, giving to those in need, and...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Nov 27, 2014 | Stories
Another Thanksgiving, another year to be thankful for God’s gifts. You are one of...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Oct 18, 2014 | Stories
When we are in the mood for visiting with farm animals (which seems like every other week), we venture to Die Domäne Mechtildhausen. There are so many great things about this place! It is not only a beautiful spot just adjacent to the airfield in Wiesbaden but free of...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Sep 30, 2014 | Stories
It’s time. It has taken me the better part of this year to come to terms with Nathan leaving the nest to begin school part time, but it is time. I will still provide the same nurturing environment that we call home, but the enrichment of learning Deutsch and the...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Sep 28, 2014 | Stories
Nathan loves animals. He doesn’t necessarily love to touch animals, so I was really impressed that he actually rode one of the small ponies at our local Ponyland. I was even more impressed that such a place even exists! This place is such a treat. Aside from the...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Sep 28, 2014 | Stories
The Fasanerie (Pheasantry) is another amazing and absolutely free park here in Wiesbaden. Nate and I love the variety of animals that we can see (and sometimes pet), but we love the nature walk through the Fasanerie even more. Even though it lies in the city and is...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jul 27, 2014 | Stories
On Sundays, we will often take a stroll around our little German town of Eltville. If we are out early enough, we grab a gourmet coffee and some fresh bread from the bakery, feed the ducks and wonder by the Bahnhof so Nathan can get his train fix. If it’s late...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jul 7, 2014 | Stories
Like many people, we were happy that our Independence Day fell on a Friday. That meant a long, three day weekend for our working dad. We were fortunate to spend the afternoon of the fourth, enjoying good food with some good friends here at our home. We enjoyed...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jun 15, 2014 | Travel
Last weekend, Brad travelled to France to participate in a three day bike ride through Normandy. This wasn’t just any bike ride though. It was the Liberty Ride–400 cyclists from surrounding European countries riding to commemorate the 70th anniversary of...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jun 9, 2014 | Stories
Every spring, Eltville bursts with hundreds of colorful, fragrant roses that are the focal point of the Eltviller Rosentage (Eltville Rose Day). According to the city of Eltville, there are over 350 varieties grown for display during the festival. Last weekend, we...
by Deanna Schweitzer | May 21, 2014 | Stories
As a lover of fresh strawberries, I have been patiently waiting for the right time to take Nathan to our local pick-your-own strawberry farm. Let’s just say that after today’s adventure in strawberry “picking”, the time is still not...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Feb 18, 2014 | Stories
We have been so blessed this winter. Blessed by an unusual amount of sunshine. Rain is a constant here in Germany. When there is a break in that, it is definitely felt and savored. Yesterday, we had a bright, golden morning, Nate and I wasted no time getting dressed...
by Deanna Schweitzer | Jan 21, 2014 | Stories
Do you have 10, 15 or 20+ pounds you’ve been trying to lose? Have your new year resolutions of getting in shape and getting lean fizzled out? Well, here’s your chance to renew them… We are hosting our first weight loss challenge. The rules?...
