June 22 – Visited Remagan where the railway bridge called “Lundendorff Bridge” was unexpectedly captured on March 7, 1945 by soldiers of the 9th U.S. Armored Division. It is estimated that this shortened the war by many months, saving many lives. The museum inside the bridge towers was very effective in telling the story surrounding the bridge capture.

Linz- ferry ride across the Rhine to visit the beautiful town of Linz. We arrived and left between rain showers so we had quiet streets in a normally busy town.

Sharing our bed with Simon.

June 23 – We took the train to Cologne to visit with Keith’s historian friend, Jost… they met 53 years ago.

June 24 – Went grocery shopping with Kellyn, one of my favorite things to do when I travel. The bakery in the grocery store was terrific… bought a baguette that had just come out of the oven. My walk in the neighborhood and along the river was filled with the wonder of amazing clouds and gentle breezes.

Dinner on the Rhine with Robin, Volker’s son visiting for the weekend. Gentle breeze, great conversation, perfect evening… Keith and I walked back to the house on the bike path along the river at twilight (9:30 pm or so). Pure delight!