More visitors and friends

*Had no internet on Thursday so thas is a late post!!

On Saturday morning I went to the airport and met Julie (co-worker from MPLS) who was going to be in Amsterdam for the weekend. We walked around for a while and shared a yummy apple crumble. After a few hours I headed back to the airport to get my husband!! His flight was slightly delayed but I was not aware. Waited at the gate impatiently for 40 minutes but was thrilled to finally see him.

We went and dropped his stuff off at the apartment and then met Julie. Walked around and saw quite a bit of the city, stopped for a beer and traditional Dutch appetizer called bitter balls. After that we walked to a busy tourist area and had dinner at an Italian restaurant. We were all tired so had a fairly early night. Sunday we went on a boat tour – same one I had already done but knew they would both enjoy it. Perfect weather to be outside and see the city. We got lucky! Julie left early afternoon. Was fun to spend some time getting to know her more and think she enjoyed seeing Amsterdam!

Sunday evening Brent and I walked around the city and then stopped when he saw a sports bar. How could we not have a beer and watch football?? In the sports bar we met a couple Josh & Becky in Packer gear. They were from the California and are over here backpacking for a few months. They both saved up, quit their jobs wanting to travel for a few months. We had a lot of fun with them and ended up meeting up with them later this week.

Came home from work on Monday and my laundry was done and Brent was cooking dinner! He made chicken, rice and asparagus. Very good!! I told him that I could get used to his service… will put him to work during the day! On Tuesday we met Josh and Becky and went to an Ice Bar. Was expensive but included 3 beverages per person with the cost of the ticket. When we arrived we had a drink and waiting for our turn to go into the Ice bar. They had the game hammer slogan so we all played that. Then put on warm jackets and mittens and went inside the bar. Was slightly overrated but was a cool experience. Each cup was made from ice and you could either get a beer or a vodka orange juice. Below are a few pictures!

This wknd I am taking Friday and Monday off and Brent and I are going to Germany. VERY EXCITED to see Ingolstadt, the town that I studied abroad in. We are planning to stay with Larry and Ruth on Friday and Saturday night and then will stay in a hotel in Munich on Sunday night. Will post lots of pictures and stories when we get back.

Unfortunately I have not had very good internet at home so it has been very difficult to call, email or send messages back home. Hopefully it will be better next week.

Miss you all!!