Sep 24 2008
Oktoberfest started on Saturday, We have to go!
Yes it is that time of the year! Even though we are in September, Oktoberfest has begun! It started on the 20th of September and runs through the 5th of October. I really wish I were there right now, maybe next year. I know I have to experience it at least once before I die. Oktoberfest is all about beer, and I love beer! I have even brewed my own beer in the past, Talk about science class! it is relatively easy but you do have to mind the rules! I hope to brew my own beer for next years celebration! I just let it get away from me this year. I have had a rough time this year, I will spare you the details for now, but I will say it hasn’t been my favorite! In fact, It may be my worst! The jury is still out, and we still have 3 months to go! Lets get off me and back on beer!
I was just in the homeland back in May and had the opportunity to sample some of the local brew. I was in Heaven! I fell in love with Europe in general, but Germany in specific. I felt I really needed to move there and soak up all I could for as long as they would allow this “ugly American” to stay in their beautiful, and amazing Country. They have very strict rules, yet everyone abides by them. You can’t do your laundry in your flat after 9pm. WHAT? Most shops or businesses are closed on Sunday! Not because of any “religious reason” but because everyone needs a day of rest! Peace! and quiet! Not to mention you get three weeks of vacation time a year! SIGN ME UP!!! On top of all this you get three weeks a year to celebrate beer! I love Germany! I can’t wait to go back and explore this country more, and experience it as a true lover of the culture. I have a few friend who have lived in Germany and worked Oktoberfest! They hated it, of course, they were working It. I want to enjoy it, not work it. Like I said maybe next year!
Stumble It!
For obvious reasons, like being out of the country, I’m once again skipping Oktoberfest. I’ll go someday! Most of my German friends see it as a very touristy thing to do, but they’ve all been at least once.
You should do a post on German beer purity laws.
I know how they feel! No matter where you are, If there is a big event that draws people from around the world to your home town, It tends to aggravate you more than excite you! Tourist are normally very annoying! They get in the way of your everyday life and make it hard to go about your normal routine. Only if you have a business that thrives on the added flow, will you even think of welcoming the added traffic, even then it is hard to accept the added stress!
I accept your challenge to do a post on the strict rules of the German purity laws. I will however need some time to research them and how they differ from the American ones. thanks for your suggestion!