Yesterday morning we met with half the student groups for a mini German lesson. We ate Berliners and learned how to say I am a Wildschwein. Important phrases like that. We also took some circle time with the group. The students are having such a positive experience. They are happy and learning about the culture and about themselves. They are so open to all the experiences they are being offered. I honestly think this group of kids is getting the most out of this trip from any of the groups we have taken. They are a pleasure to work with!
Later in the afternoon we met at the bakery to make bretzel and animals. This is one of those excursions that is just plain fun. The students are comfortable with each other and are playful. dough flying everywhere. Kids being put to work. Of course the best part of the experience is that we all get to eat them!
Today was a long day. We boarded the bus and headed to the Swabian Alp. The day once again started out cold and foggy. Could someone please explain why teenagers refuse to wear coats? Our fist stop was a water cave. We loaded a boat and were led into the cave. The water was crytal clear. We had to practically lie in each others laps to get through the lower sections but it was well worth it. From the cave we took a short hike to Zwiefalten. The students took over a local bakery until we met for a tour of the cathedral. Zwiefalten is a late Baroque early Rococo church that defies description. I know I could never pay attention to anything other than the decoration that covers every surface. I will save the pictures to describe what they saw.
we then boarded the bus again and headed to Alb Gold the noodle factory for a short tour. The highlight of the tour is the jackkets and hairnets again pictures will better describe!
Tommorow is a holiday and we will not see the students again until Friday morning for Archery and a cook out. We can hardly believe that our time will soon becoming to an end!
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