Archive for January, 2006

American Superficiality…

Sunday, January 8th, 2006

…does exist indeed. But it is far less unpleasant as many Germans make it out to be. It even can be useful. For example, if a woman should hear the sentence “I love your blouse!” more than three times within 24 hours it’s time for a new direction in fashion. The same goes for men […]

Mr. Bush, tear down this prison!

Saturday, January 7th, 2006

Remember last year’s election in Germany? What a mess that was! I wouldn’t want to be chancellor over there right now, let alone chancellorette. I don’t delve into German politics too much but I think it’s safe to say that Frau Merkel will have a tough time getting anything accomplished in the next four years. […]