Off to Spain...

the semi-final in dortmund was quite an event. the stadium was filled with
german fans singing songs and chants. we had hope the it would come down to
penalty kicks against italy. italy however scored twice in the last minutes
of the game. they were amazing goals -- but so sad for germany. then
france beat portugal in the second semi-final game. we were sad about
outcome also. it seems the teams we cheer for lately are losing. well --
so now its italy vs. france in the final game. Go Italy!!!

Daniel has developed quite a bad cold in the last two days. I'm hoping he
gets better soon.

Daniel and I take off for Spain this evening -- we are so looking forward to
seeing Daniel's parents, Pete and Janet, and Lydia. Aufwiedersehen
Deutschland -- Hola Espana!