Ernest Kirpach will be anxiously awaiting us at the airport to be our personal driver for the weekend. He is extremely excited to meet us and I can tell from the e-mails that we've exchanged this week that Marty and I are definitely in for a fun adventure!
Why Luxembourg, you ask? Most of you are familiar with my research these past ten years, involving the MIA status of Marty's uncle during World War II. Ernest is the local historian for the 5th Infantry Division, and he has been invaluable in providing me with co-ordinates and aerial views of the crossing. We have been working together via internet for over 5 years now, and we are thrilled to be able to actually meet. Ernest speaks English like a pro, which is good, since I don't speak one word of the local language. Did you know that Luxembourg has its own language?
For those who are interested, and who haven't viewed this before, here is a link to the website that I have put together in the hopes that JPAC would consider a field investigation: http://home.comcast.net/~geisler27bam/The_Search_for_Private_Frederick_W._Goempel/Welcome.html
Perhaps we'll do our own field investigation. I'll keep you posted.
How wonderful! You kids are on your way to a great adventure. Thanks so much or taking us along... we are excited for you. Can't wait to get to Luxemborg. (sp?)
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Love,
Aunt Susie
Somehow, Barbara, I was told you had posted on your blog today, but I never knew about the previous 3 posts.... So I read them all today. I enjoy the way you write, and I'm very excited for you and Marty about your trip. I'll look forward to reading all about it here. Remember the story I shared with you about our misplaced luggage and decided to just "let the angels take care of it." Trust me..., that's the best thing to do while traveling overseas. Enjoy! Jo Ann
ReplyDeleteI am a follower! No pic yet, gotta figure that one out.
ReplyDeleteAll is well here! Woof woof!
Love Morena