Comfort foods are dishes that warm you from the inside out — physically and emotionally. Give one of these traditional German eats a try this fall season!
1. Flammkuchen
Do you ever have one of those days on a trip, where everything aligns absolutely perfectly? You didn’t do anything to make it that way, it just all came together?
I walked through the rooms of our Texas home as if in a daze. My husband had presented me with orders to an OCONUS duty station a few days before, and I was trying to imagine what our furnishings might look like in European house.
When you think of Italy, it’s easy for the mind to wander first to images of rolling hills in Tuscany, romantic canals in Venice and the summery seascapes of the Amalfi Coast.
At some point in time, virtually all military families have endured assignments that weren’t quite their cup of tea. It could be due to location, moving away from dear friends, or leaving favorite schools.
Once upon a dream, many years ago, we spent some magical days on the Italian island of Capri, our home a humble B&B in the town of Capri proper, right atop the island.
Know of a great hairstylist or have a favorite coffee shop? Maybe you know of a hidden gem store or you’ve found a delicious and kid-friendly local restaurant. Now’s your chance to share!
Military life is colorful, but military housing is not! Your rental or on-base housing will most likely pair light beige carpeting with white walls to create a 360-degree panorama of ho-hum.
If modern TV shows and movies like “Vikings,” “The Last Kingdom” and “How to Train Your Dragon” have you daydreaming about what life was like in the Viking Age, Denmark is the place for you.
We’ve all been there — a really long day at work. A micromanaging boss, a co-worker who snuck into the fridge and ate your lunch, hours spent in meetings which could have (and should have) been conducted via email.
One thing I love about the military community is our ability to take care of one another and there is no shortage of that during our quarantine days. European chapters of MWR, ACS and USO are all hosting virtual events for military families.
Admiring the beautifully handcrafted items for sale at another European fest, a gorgeous piece of Polish pottery catches my eye. Immediately, the bright colors and intricate patterns take me back to my mom’s kitchen.
Big Ben, Parliament, the London Eye, the list goes on of the must-see historic treasures of London, England. While the flashy settings you’ve seen in movies are truly incredible, take time to step onto the quieter streets to discover some of my favorite hidden London gems.
Berlin may be Germany’s capital with millions populating the metropolis, but Hamburg is a close runner up. This busy port city is one of Europe's independent city-states with a rich history.
School’s (almost) out and the kids are anxious to get outdoors – rain or shine. Sometimes the timing isn’t right for travel or a vacation. But, there are endless of inexpensive kid crafts to make right at home. Who needs a beach?
