Just enjoying the sunshine and the rooftops This is the time when the question becomes common: “So, when are you leaving?” or “Not long now?” or “Are you still here?” The last one is the worst. After being in Houston for 2 weeks, back in Hannover for a few days, then on vacation for a week, John got that question more than once at work on Monday. It’s also the time when I think, “Is this the last time I’ll buy laundry detergent here?” I look in our bathroom cabinet and wonder, “Can I get this exact same kind of Nivea night cream in the U.S. or should I buy it here while I can?” Funny that two years ago I was stocking up on things American so I wouldn’t have to figure out what to buy here. As if they didn’t have razors, toothpaste and deodorant here. They do. And really nice bath soaks. That’s what I want to bring back--but they are liquid and they come in glass bottles. We’ll see. John always gets a kick out o...