Fourth Farewells

Here we are in month 11 of this German adventure meaning we are back to summer in Germany (at least on the days it's not raining). Of course as an American the beginning of July and summer starts off with a (literal) bang for the Fourth of July.

This year American Independence day coincided with Friday night shabbat dinner as well as my last shabbat with my co-fellow Brianna. It's hard to believe she's already leaving Germany for Israel next week! It's been a truly remarkable year and I can't imagine what it might have been like without her perspective, understanding and support. Couldn't help myself from gushing just a little!

First we spent the whole day Friday cooking, which of course is exactly my cup of tea. Brianna perhaps wasn't quite so passionate but the apple crumble, American flag cake, mac & cheese etc. made the kitchen time worth it.

After learning how to make piecrust last week, the carmel apple crumble may have been my biggest dessert baking success so far. I'm proud to say it was the first finished dish of the night.

Of course all of our lovely guests contributed to our beautiful candle lit BBQ in the park with their amazing food and company.

Special shout out to the two lovely Ralph I. Goldman fellows Adam and Sara who were able to take a break from their amazing work all over the world to join us for shabbat in Berlin!

Happy belated July 4th everyone!

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