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Avenches, Switzerland (part I)

February 9, 2009

Sunday, we visited Avenches, Switzerland. We were excited to see a real Roman amphitheater but we found so much more. We plan on returning in the summer so that we can explore this city more in depth. It is worth another visit! The first series of photos are of the castle that we explored on [...]

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Walls

February 8, 2009

Different things that I noticed on various walls today. Today was perfect. I can’t wait to share it with you! Photos coming tomorrow.

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Three children in a row

February 7, 2009

My kids love to look at books. When they have a book in their hands they are quiet. So quiet that Emmie Cat must venture out from her hiding place to see what is going on. The children are so engrossed in their books they don’t even notice Emmie Cat sitting at their feet looking [...]

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Cupcake heaven

February 6, 2009

I, finally, talked Vilay into buying a muffin pan. He isn’t big on muffins or cupcakes. I love muffins and think cupcakes are perfect for school birthdays. This morning, I had to break in the muffin pan! So, I made homemade cupcakes while the girls were at school. Only problem is that I can not [...]

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My morning start

February 5, 2009

I had been sick for a week or so. I don’t even remember exactly how long. I think because of all the stress I had been under it took me longer to get over a little bug than it should have. Today, I am starting to feel like my old self. I have so much [...]

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Gruyères, Switzerland

February 4, 2009

Before my oldest daughter went back to the States we wanted to take her somewhere special. So, on her last weekend with us we all got up early to catch the train to Gruyeres, Switzerland. When we visited Charmey last year we saw the castle of Gruyères from the bus. Vilay and I looked at [...]

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Horse country

January 28, 2009

We didn’t spend the entire day walking around the International dog sledding event in Saignelégier. The day was too beautiful not to spend some time walking in the mountains. There was a hard layer of snow from the rain that had fallen just a few days before which made the newly fallen snow perfect for [...]

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Zurich, Switzerland

January 21, 2009

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Happy New Year!

January 1, 2009

The year ended beautifully. We have been spending quality time with my oldest daughter. I have taught her to bake and knit in a few short weeks. She is a fast learner. She has made homemade apple pie, biscuits, cookies, pancakes, syrup, quiche, and soup not to mention what a big help she has been [...]

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Nidau Castle

December 30, 2008

While visiting Biel with my oldest daughter, we decided to show her the Nidau Castle. There is a small park for children to play in while the adults sit and admire the castle. Nidau Castle was built in 1196. A kind of tower near the castle. The red doors were bright against the white of [...]

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Lake Biel-Bienne

December 29, 2008

Lake Biel was particularly nice this past Saturday. I have to admit that usually I find Biel dirty compared to other Swiss cities. However, it seems the city had been cleaned up for Christmas. I hope that it continues. Here are some photos of Lake Biel. We weren’t the only people enjoying the warmth of [...]

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Biel (Bienne) at Christmas time

December 28, 2008

Saturday, we went to Bienne to show Audrey another Swiss city. It was a beautiful day in spite of the cold and we had a great time walking in the sun. More photos of Bienne tomorrow!

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Bern Christmas Market

December 27, 2008

We took Angel to the Christmas Market in Bern. The 15th century houses in old town were a beautiful backdrop to the market. Below are some photos of the market. I hope that you are enjoying your holidays with family and friends.

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Bern around Christmas time

December 26, 2008

More photos tomorrow. I hope all of you are having a wonderful holiday!

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Day before Christmas

December 25, 2008

We had homemade pancakes covered in maple syrup for breakfast this Christmas morning. Angel mixed the batter and I cooked them on the stove. The pancakes were delicious. Below are some photos I took yesterday during our walk. The sky was an incredible blue against the white snow. Merry Christmas everyone! Click on [...]

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