A thousand Bavarians and five Michiganders followed the parading musicians all the way to the beer tent. This spectacle lasted over an hour, which was impressive considering the parade route was only 300 meters long. The festivities began at a tiny tent where they handed out free beer to anyone who showed up, like some... Continue Reading →
Homeless
Everyone sounds the same when they scream. This creepy thought hit me with a jolt as I watched twenty terrified trachten-clad* Germans freefall towards the ground on a rainbow-lit carnival ride. Although I probably wouldnโt be able to hold a conversation with most of these people, their primal screeches of fear didnโt sound any different... Continue Reading →