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the German Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2005 by Dietmar

Ok, so here are some things you need to know about the german christmas. weather: every year germans hope and pray for a white christmas but almost every year there is none in big parts of Germany. Why the hope … Continue reading →

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the snow crisis

Posted on November 28, 2005 by Dietmar

And then there are those people who were shaking their heads over backward USA everytime when the hurricanes came and many people were without power. How could this happen in a country that probably considers itself as the technical most … Continue reading →

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Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2005 by Dietmar

Since I experienced Halloween in both countries – the US and Germany – here is how this day is celebrated in both countries: Halloween in the US: Children, about 3 – 11 years old, are walking through the streets with … Continue reading →

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