It is Saturday afternoon, and I am in Einsiedeln. I arrived yesterday evening just in time for supper. It was a long travel day (a total of six train segments) but well worth the time and effort. (Note to self: just because the airline allows you 50 pounds per suitcase doesn't mean you have to make it 50 pounds.)
The days in Eichstätt were lovely, and and I only wish I had allotted more time there. Abbess Franziska saw me off, sticking several holy cards in my hand as I headed out the door.
As for Einsiedeln ... it's amazing. The monks have been very gracious and welcoming, and I feel very much at home here. I have a room over in a section of what used to be residence for coworkers but is now used for guests, which means I have my own bathroom and shower. I have briefly explored part of the town, but have not wandered back to the stables yet (Einsiedeln has a famous breed of horses). After I finish this, I may hike up into the hills ... there's a path that goes up and around the ridge behind the Monastery.
So here I am ... where it all began. I'll have internet access here in the Monastery, so regular reports should follow. Stay tuned.
Oh yeah ... the Swiss chocolate is gooooooooood.
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Just don't forget to bring some of that chocolate home...throw the underwear away if you have to make room in that 50lb suitcase!
I agree with Kathy throw out the underwear and make room for the CHOCOLATE AND CHEESE!!!!!!!!
.....I may hike up into the hills.
Tell the truth "Julie" did you do the whole arms wide, twirling as you gazed into the heavens singing schtick?
BTW, I agree with the majority - chocolate trumps underwear.
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