Welcoming Spring...

There is a phenomenon in Germany that I truly appreciate, living in rhythm with the year. In many parenting books, especially those with a Waldorf influence, following a daily, weekly and seasonal rhythm is cited as something critical to the well being of the child. I have witnessed the positive influence this has on our children but what surprises me is how much it influences my own well being, in particular the seasonal rhythm. Celebrating the turning of the season sets everything in the right direction.

We are in the middle of celebrating the coming of spring, my personal favourite! By the way it is so heartily celebrated her in northern Germany, I think I am not the only one. Perhaps it is due to the long dark, dreary days of winter, perhaps because it is a season of life after so much stillness? Whatever it is it is fantastic!

Sasha's Birthday in Mill Valley

Sasha's Birthday Celebration in Hamburg

Jonas giving his birthday speech...

Easter Egg Hunt

...and the bounty

Easter Bondfire

Cutting willow for pomlazka with babi Bara

Lounging on Sylt

Jakub at sunset

Launch of a new cruise ship Aida Diva