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Giada sure is a mean girl. Can you imagine working for her? I wouldn't last a day. Guess Adam was the fall guy instead of the ringer. Perfectly fine with me. He never should have been in the lineup for this show to begin. I wonder if they grabbed him at the last minute to replace someone who pulled out or got disqualified. It just seemed like such a misstep to have him there. Could Harrison have stuck his foot any further into his mouth tonight? How do you not stop talking when Giada Borgia bites your head off?

The whole no-frills idea of shopping at Aldis takes some getting used to, but when you realize that their generics and German-made goods are, for the most part, just as good as the brand name items we have here you begin to truly appreciate the cost savings over the typical gricery store. I first got introduced to Aldi during my stint as chief snack provider to my sons' little league teams. Another mother clued me in. We had a budget for snacks for the kids, but it was modest, and at Aldi we got a lot more stuff fir the money. Once I sampled a few of things I was buying, I was blown away. They were so much better quality than I anticipated. I got so attached to Aldi that I would go there first, then visit the big chain store to finish off my list. And add me to the list of those aporeciating the excrllent German holiday goodies.. Very like mein grosmutter used to bake when I was little. Avoid the cheese and the canned tuna and you can't go wrong.

I am almost sorry to see you come home, Booney. lol. I will miss my daily fix of European pictures. But I AM glad you made it home safely and that you had a glorious time!

We pulled up the Eddie Vedder "All the Way" video with last year's season highlights from YouTube and had a few sniffles after it was all over. I'm ok without a repeat this year, but I do NOT want to have to wait another 107 years for the next one. lol

I was wondering the same thing, Ladyrain. Surely she wouldn't have taken off for her life on the road without saying goodbye.

I have one embellished item, a Christmas sweater. I think I got it from Storybook Knits at HSN. I only wear it 2-3 times a year, but it's merry in the true sense of the word and wasn't so 'out there' that I couldn't wear it to work. Plus, it's a cardigan, so I could easily ditch it if I needed to look serious. I always thought the Quacker and Storybook items were perfect for anyone working with kids, or even doing administrative work at a nursing home. Kids love bright, colorful, pictorial clothing...just look at the items they themselves wear. And nursing homes can always use something to smile about.

If the Bison was trying to fool us into thinking she had just rushed over after exercising to her Jane Fonda workout tapes, it was an epic fail. lol Now Mama Gendel, maybe. For all hrr faults, she does have a nice figure.

Here's a little black Halloween kitty that wouldn't scare even the most timid mouse.

I have never visited Strasbourg, so doubly appreciate these photos. And speaking of German Rieslings, which you did a couple of days back, try some Alsatian wines if you can. They are a true midway point between German wines which tend toward sweet and light and the full-bodied French wines. I snap them up when I see them sold here in Denver. In what city does your cruise end?

Add me to the group appreciating all the beautiful European pictures. Many thanks for keeping us in mind and sharing the experience. And thank Mr Booney for lwtting you carve out a little time for all of we ladies. It is, after all, your honeymoon. ♡♡♡

Once again, thanks for the lovely pictures! Cologne is a beautiful city, isn't it? That is where many of my German relatives live . I was lucky enough to visit years ago when my boys were just old enough to appreciate it. (12 and 14). What a cute room! Easy to relax and watch the world go by outside your window. So glad you are having a great time.

Put me down as another one who is enjoying the virtual European trip. Booney, you have quite a talent for composing a picture! Not everyone can do good composition when taking photos.

Awwwwww, thanks, DTS, I think so, too. She looks so serious in that picture but is even cuter when she smiles. She does often have that serious look because she considers things carefully, weighing all the pros and cons. But when she lets loose, she has a zany sense of humor. She is very much like her daddy and grandma in personality. Little Man, conversely is his mother's little mini me.

Love love love the amazing amazing Amsterdam pictures, Booney. So nice of you to take the time to share. I am so looking forward to your 'travelogue' and appreciate that you aren't sharing pics of half-eaten food. ha ha. Continue to enjoy!

Thank you, friend. I just love spending time with my little ones. This grandparenting thing is pretty great. :-)