Many years ago I briefly assisted a young boy at a playgroup, who used sign language. It meant I learned to use a few basic signs, which I sadly forgotten over the years. Apart from him I never met anybody who communicates via sign language. But I know how important it is and am I … Read more
This page contains affiliate links to Amazon. It means I’ll get a few pence if you buy anything – at no extra cost to you. I know we’re only in November but soon it’s time to get all your baking equipment out and do some Christmas baking. So, here are some videos and website suggestions … Read more
Whenever I go home to Germany I always go to the cemetery where my dad and grandmother are buried. The last time I took some pictures about things you’ll find or might find in a German cemetery. Alte Grabstätten. Old burial plots Grabstätten. Burial plots, usually for several family members. Ein frisches Grab. A fresh … Read more
November always seems a sad month in Germany. One reason is the weather. Although November days can be absolutely beautiful, especially when the sun is shining and you can see the trees with all their colourful leaves. But often it’s just wet or damp or foggy. Then there are several church/ public holidays, seven, in … Read more
When I was 4 years old my parents bought their first TV set, black and white with 2 channels. It obviously was a long time ago but I still have two vivid memories. The first memory was about ‘das Sandmännchen’. After I had something to eat in the evenings I was allowed to watch two … Read more
How can you improve your German with films if your level has gone past children’s cartoons but to watch a film on German TV is still too difficult? You watch it on Amazon, Netflix or (if you’re in the UK) on All4. Why? Because they also have the option of subtitles. Although I can only … Read more
The following six signs caught my eye on my last visit to Germany. There are many more similar signs, but I thought I’d tell you about these six. This sign warns any drivers that children may be on the road. You’ll find these near schools or nursery schools where children might cross, or in areas … Read more
Whether you are a smoker or not, it’s good to know where people can/ cannot smoke in Germany. Unlike in the UK, where there is a general smoking ban in all enclosed work places, the law is slightly different in Germany. Generally, yes, there is a smoking ban, but what exactly that is depends on … Read more
As a student many many years ago in Germany, I had to do a work experience in a nursery school – in einem Kindergarten. Whenever I’m back home I always walk past it and often wondered what it looked like now. This summer I got the chance to revisit. Unfortunately, it was during the school … Read more
When you go to Germany you might see some of those round things, like the one in the picture, with advertising posters plastered all over them. As a child I always wondered what was inside, especially as I couldn’t find a door or a window. And then I found out there’s nothing inside. These columns … Read more
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