Mississippi comes to Germany

In July, Seth and Rachel came over to visit us all the way from Mississippi. Heidelberg wasn't quite sure what to make of the "Southerners," but Perry was thrilled to have people to drink beer with him, and I was overjoyed to see my precious friends and have a whole week to hang out. We did so much in such a short period of time. It was a blast going shopping, visiting a variety of towns nearby (Schwetzingen, Walldorf, and Dilsberg), trying typical German cuisine, taking river cruises, and chatting about anything and everything. It was an awesome time!

One of the best parts was that Seth got to watch the final of the World Cup in the host country. Unfortunately, Germany didn't make it to the final, but the excitement and thrill was still there. We sat at a local beer garden in the middle of the Old City among an even split of Italian and French fans. Several beers later, we watched the Italians walk away victorious.

Seth and Rach: Heidelberg is truly not the same without you. We miss you guys so much. Congratulations on the little munchkin!!!!