Esslingen Christmas Market

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Bear with me, as of course, these are in a random, scattered order--Esslingen on the ferris wheel


Josiah, Annika and random German girl on the ferris wheel (the two men standing next to it actually turn it--this was in the "medievel section" of the Christmas Market).

Esslingen's Rathaus

Gigantic pyramid in Esslingen

Booth with traditional frosted cookies (they look like gingerbread, but I'm not sure)...

Scene from the Christmas Market

Hans opening his present - now if the Bears just lose and the Cowboys lose too and the Steelers win, but the Chargers lose...maybe the Vikings will go to the playoffs. Hey--it could happen (and yes, I'm aware that I'm using random other teams not even in the same league).

I bought Annika a recorder. Why did I do that, why?

The best shot of me in my new dirndl...

Comments

Heidi said…
Oh, that looks like fun! What a cool ferris wheel. The 'kids' looks like they enjoyd opening presents! Merry Chistmas!
December 22, 2008 at 10:19:00 PM GMT+1
DD4 said…
Merry Christmas! Thank you for sharing these new photos with us.
The kids and Hans are adorable! And you look stunning in your new dirndl.

Have a great trip! You'll be in my prayers.
December 22, 2008 at 11:34:00 PM GMT+1
Anonymous said…
Your dirndl looks beautiful. Of course, I want a full shot (never satisfied) yet. Looks like Christmas was fun! Enjoy Rome! Stay in touch.
December 24, 2008 at 2:21:00 PM GMT+1
Badger said…
Definitely looks like fun...all except the recorder. Seriously. Not a bright move.
Hope you're having fun in Roma!
December 24, 2008 at 8:48:00 PM GMT+1
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