Lis and Tyler in Germany

Today we went to Heidelberg, a nearby city with a famous castle, with Miriam, Ben and Nico. Before I tell about that, I just have to say that I have struck gold. The man I love just so happens to be FABULOUS with kids. I guess I always just assumed things would work out in that area, but have never had much of a chance to see Tyler with kids. The other day, Tyler was the horse, Ben was the farmer and the boxers from our laundry basket were the grass. I walked in when it was time for the horse to eat and Farmer Ben was ordering Tyler to eat his grass. Tyler was on his hands and knees munching on his boxers!

He reads to them, plays ball with them, cleans them up after a meal (hmm…no diapers have been changed yet), and loves chatting with them and getting involved. Anyway, it’s fun for us to all hang out together, whether it’s at the house, visiting the horses up the street or going on a day trip. Today was Heidelberg.

We walked through the pedestrian district (There seems to be one in most cities. It’s brilliant. It’s like an outdoor mall or shopping district with no cars) and went shopping in a couple of huge department stores for clothes for the kids. We took a quick look at the castle, and I still (I’m sure I will write this in every entry) cannot believe how old things are.

Tomorrow we will have hot rolls delivered to our door by Thomas, who goes to the baker on weekend mornings. We’ll probably have a slow start with books and hot bread in bed (no coffee, I’m afraid. I can’t seem to scare up a decent cup around here) and then perhaps find a place to go hang out for the day. Let us know what you all are up to. We’re starting to need some stories from home.