Holiday on Thursday, May 14, 2026: Ascension Day / Father’s Day / Ice Saints

Dear Community,
I hope you all have a pleasant holiday / Father’s Day tomorrow. Do you have any plans?

Thanks, I wish the same for all of you here!
It’s sure to be very cozy everywhere in the Cologne area—the weather is perfect for indoor plans and rich farmers. How did that saying go about May being cool and wet?
I went out with some friends yesterday, I’m going out for brunch on Sunday, and in between, I’ll be staying home and working on my knitting and crocheting.

Have a great long weekend, everyone. The forecast here is for cold and wet weather. I’m going to visit a friend. She’s a dairy farmer, so no matter the weather, she has to go to the barn in the morning and evening.

When the weather’s nice, the cows are happy.



Otherwise, I’ll use the weekend to crochet a little basket for our newly redesigned bathroom.

Best regards, Sabine

It’s cold here—7°—and pretty windy, and it looks like rain. We’re going to take a quick morning walk in the castle park while it’s still somewhat dry.
Tomorrow we’re heading back to the thermal baths here in Badenweiler, and on Saturday we’re driving back home—I’m looking forward to that, too.

No chance of a walk—it’s pouring down right now. ☔️

It’s a rainy day today—perfect for curling up on the sofa with some coffee or tea while doing some crafts or reading.

It’s chilly, windy, cool, and unpleasant outside here, too. Good thing we can all keep ourselves busy indoors. Today I made 12 bottles (250 ml each) of rhubarb-raspberry syrup. It tastes so delicious and refreshing in the summer as a spritzer or mixed with sparkling wine. And since it’s rhubarb season now, you’ve got to make the most of it.

This afternoon, I’m heading to my sewing room. I’ll sort through my fabrics and keep experimenting with my sewing project. Add a nice audiobook to listen to—perfect.

Have a relaxing holiday, everyone! And for those of you who have one, I’m already wishing you a wonderful, long weekend.

Warm regards, Ina