Wednesday night after Tom arrived home from the base he took a little nap and we went out for supper. Gabby, Paul's daughter, had given Tom a detailed area tour. She pointed out good/bad restaurants, medical office, pharmacy, post office etc.
Ebing (1 km away) has a tasty spot to eat according to Gabby. She was right. Bratwurst a major, major portion of menus in Germany dominated again. The establishment was busy, we felt fortunate to snag the last table near the bartender. Groups of gentlemen played cards while others visited and ate.
We ordered a beer (it's only polite to do that here) and chatted with the bartender, who knew a bit of English. It is required in German schools now, so people under 30 are the best to ask questions of. She was welcoming; concerned we were satisfied with everything and said, "Not many Americans come here, but you are welcome to come again." then filled us in on their Sunday buffet and told us how to make reservations for it.
Living the everyday brings as much satisfaction as seeing the sites of our world on weekends. And yes, small villages do have a quick grapevine. Two weeks ago, after living in Rattlesdorf for three days we dined out - as we paid and started to tell the waitress our story and who we lived with , she said, "I know!'
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