Birthday Bash

Hey Everyone,

As most of you know, this Wednesday was the day that everyone could call me up and laugh at me for getting another year older. I was hoping that moving to the cold north would somehow slow down my aging process, but then again I never really took biology in high school. Even though I couldn't postpone the birthday, when it did come, it was a great time. We had a dinner party after school and I got to open all my presents which included:

• A wonderful sweater and scarf from my grandparents
• A blender from Colleen to make some great soups, milkshakes and "health" drinks
• Lots and LOTS of chocolates care of the lovely Schönberger family across the pond.
• The best Lebkuchen in the world - Vielen, vielen Dank Tante Lina & Louise!
• Neverwinter Nights 2 from Daniel, the brother who I fear knows myself and my vices better than I know myself
• Chocolate covered almonds, tub-o-salsa, strawberry jam, warm socks and a blender recipe book filled with many deliciously fattening recipes from the Dielemans

The conclusion I've come to is that I'm super spoiled, but I'm certainly loving it! On top of everything, I haven't even received some of the packages that are still on the way. It's a tough life I lead. Speaking of having it tough, we're having a big party for the B-day this Saturday, so I'll post again with pictures of everything after that. In any case, I want to thank everyone for their wonderful gifts. They are very much appreciated and will most certainly make my days up here a little bit brighter.

Until next time, take it easy.

Markus