St. Martin Lantern Sing and Walk

Brecon's German Kindergarten celebrates St. Martin day. We met in the church and watched the children sing a few songs...  We loved watching Brecon sing the words that he knew and mouth the rest. Then we all bundled up and went for a walk around the village.

It was a bitter cold night and we had not really been prepared for the cold weather. Brielle and Connor both fell asleep during the walk making it a bit painful to carry the "dead weight" around. It was so neat how the community had put out candles in jars along the path, or in their yard hanging on the fence to add to the evening atmosphere. After the walk there was a bonfire with sausage and rolls, pretzels and warm drinks to buy. We ate our pretzel and hurried to the car as fast as we could.

I am always impressed with the kindergarten teachers at St. Martin's. They are loving and kind to each child, making sure everyone is involved and helping when it is their turn. Sweet and beautiful women and I will miss when we move from here.