The Namesake: Martín
Naming a child is often a dilemma for new parents. Do you name them after ancestors or favorite relatives? Do … Continue reading The Namesake: Martín
Rolling in Strudel
As a child, I remember visiting my Aunt Joyce (Neunaber Bishop) who was my father’s sister and she was rolling … Continue reading Rolling in Strudel
Let Your Hair Down
As a child, I remember the story of Rapunzel long before Disney tangled it into an animated movie. I distinctly … Continue reading Let Your Hair Down
Snow White and Seven Who?
To grow up with the Disney version of the Snow White fairy tale, most of us can name all seven … Continue reading Snow White and Seven Who?
Cinderella
Variations of the timeless tale of Cinderella is told in many cultures. As a teacher, students researched a number of … Continue reading Cinderella
Gemütlich Zwetschgendatschi – Plum Cake
Before you reach for your German-English dictionary or think your computer took a wrong turn off your preferred language site, … Continue reading Gemütlich Zwetschgendatschi – Plum Cake
Operation Paperclip and the Space Race
With space tourists now orbiting the earth, I thought it may be nice to flash back to This Day in … Continue reading Operation Paperclip and the Space Race
Ready for Kindergarten
This is the time of year children of all ages head to school. Many, like my grandson Dax, will be … Continue reading Ready for Kindergarten
A Hairy Situation
The Autumn coolness incites flannel and sweaters. This is also the time many men contemplate growing a winter beard to … Continue reading A Hairy Situation
Tomatoes and Cucumbers, oh my!
Is this the time of year where neighbors are leaving excess produce from their gardens on your doorstep? Our church … Continue reading Tomatoes and Cucumbers, oh my!
German American Schatz 