Times are Changing

I just came in from downtown, where I was doing some shopping. The whole pedestrian zone around Marienplatz (the center of town) is full of shoppers, and all the department stores are still open -- several hours after 4:00 PM on a Saturday. Actually, starting a couple of weeks ago, stores are allowed to stay open until 8:00 PM on Saturdays, and many of the big ones are taking advantage of it. Everyone's shopping! Because really, it's so much more convenient than having to get everything done before 4. Of course, that's the American in me talking, but judging by the crowds, I'm obviously not the only one who likes the later hours. (Of course, they're still all closed on Sundays.)

Yesterday was Midsummer's Eve. Today's the longest day of the year. And we have had gorgeous weather. I love the summertime, y'all. In fact, today I bought a bathing suit! Whoo!

This weekend is my family reunion in Mississippi. Marty and I are both so sorry we can't be there, because it's always a really fun weekend. But to make up for it, two of my cousins arrive next Thursday for a visit! I can't wait. I know we are going to have a blast.

Think we should go to Salzburg? Hee hee.