First Day

Nurnberg, 12/23/05

After a long day, we are finally winding down. We checked into our hotel room, then immediately went down to the Hauptmarkt for Christkindlesmarkt (Christmas Market). It's taken me a while to adjust to this culture---not knowing the language, limited knowledge on customs---but I think I am getting there. Katie had to go order me a "boot of warm wine (Gluhwein).

After walking around a bit, we had a bite to eat (me soup and wine, KT hot chocolate and bratwurst). We came back for a nap, after a few hourse, we went back out , went to the train station to get directions for tomorrow's trip, then walked down to the market again. We watched a brass band play several christmas caroles, then we walked up to the castle, (at night, mind you) walked around it, then back through the old town to find dinner.

After an hour of walking, we ended up right near the hotel at a place called BRATWUSTGLOCKLEIN. Food was good (I had 6 mini brats, German Potato Salad, Katie had grilled pork).

Now, after a long day, I'm writing while watching "Jesus Christ, Superstar" and Katie is quietly snoring next to me....