Prior to our trip to California, we drove over to Germany to see our friends, Keith and Megan. They've been stationed at Spangdahlem Air Force Base for the last couple of years serving the great USA (thank you, guys!); they live in the cutest home off-base in Oberweis, a very small town whose landscape reminds me of SLO. We had such a blast exploring the area in which they live and serve. They took us down by the Mosel (stunning), on base for a breakfast burrito (expat craving), and to Trier (former Roman city). There's more Roman and Christian history in Trier than I could ever write, so please indulge in some really interesting stuff here. The one thing I will elaborate on, however, is the cathedral of Trier and the seamless cloak, or The Holy Robe. Pious legend has it that Empress St. Helena brought the seamless robe, which was worn by Jesus during the crucifixion, to Trier after a visit to Jerusalem. We were able to see where the robe was housed, although we missed the viewing period of the actual robe itself. I have to say, it was one of the cooler things I've seen and done in Europe. Again, read more on the robe and all of Trier's amazing history via the link above.
Having K & M tour us around was like having personal historians-- they were so knowledgeable! Aside from the great German beer and wine, we really enjoyed seeing our friends and having some time with people who understand what this experience is like. Plus, they have a dog and we got to play with her. We get to return the favor tomorrow when they arrive in Brussels! Prost!
Pit stop for beer and pretzels in Cologne, Germany
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| View from K & M's house |
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| Zoe! |
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| Dinner on the Mosel |
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Main square in Trier  |
Ciao!
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