Archive for July, 2007

Up and up

Wednesday, July 25th, 2007 by the meister

Last night I had dinner with my friend Harry at my house and several of the older long termer’s here were able to eat with us. Although they spoke primarily in the local language- watching Harry’s face, the sincerity in his eyes and the intense interest with which he listened- it was obvious the Holy [...]

pickpockets and parting tears

Sunday, July 1st, 2007 by the meister

Everyone here will warn you about making sure you pay attention to your stuff when in crowded public areas, and I’ve heard countless tails of cell-phones and wallets disappearing like hot dogs at a fourth of July party- but I’d never experienced or seen it for myself. Until this past Thursday. My friend Shawn and [...]