Rain, wind and blackout! The rain is wonderful! We need it! Lots of it! More of it! The wind I could do without, but it’s just part of the weather equation. We had several large trees that blew over in the East Sacramento neighborhood including East Lawn Cemetery. The power to our home and part […]
Written by This week we are celebrating Saint Nicolaus in Germany. This annual event, which takes place on December 6th, is a time for children to have some fun while also learning about the importance of being good and kind to others. The tradition of Nicolaus involves children cleaning their shoes and placing them outside their bedroom […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
As the winter season begins in Germany, the advent season is also upon us. This time of year is marked by four Sundays leading up to Christmas Eve, and it’s a time for quiet reflection and preparation for the holiday season. On each of the four Sundays yet another candle is being lit on the […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
Every year, the Sacramento International Marathon draws runners from all over the world to participate in the 26.2 mile race. It is always a great opportunity to give back to the running community by volunteering as one of the water stations along the course. This year, Erik, Charly, Phoenix, Tavin, and I woke up bright […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks and coming together with loved ones, and one of the most popular traditions is the “Run to Feed the Hungry” event in Sacramento, California. Held on the day of Thanksgiving, this 10k run and 5k walk attracts thousands of participants every year and raises money for the Sacramento […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
As the autumn weather starts to set in, I’ve been trying to make the most of the last few sunny days by getting my miles in to meet my 1,000 mile goal. But as with any adventure, there have been a few bumps along the way. As I crashed my bike a few months ago, […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
As the 2022 Soccer World Cup approaches, fans around the globe are eagerly anticipating the chance to see their favorite teams battle it out for the top spot. But as a fan of the German national team, the outlook isn’t looking quite as rosy as we might have hoped. According to recent reports, the German […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
I started my test December First 2022, this is how its been going. Just like Dirk and David my goals are the same, 50,000 push-ups, 50,000 sit-ups, 1000 acts of kindness, 1000 rounds of sparing, 15 minutes of mediation everyday, read 6 books, 1000 repetitions of a single kata, and my 1000 mile journey. And […]
Written by Lucas Grant
As the summer season comes to a close, Germans across the country celebrate with a special festival known as Ernte Dank Fest. This annual event, which takes place in the fall, is a time for people to give thanks for the abundance of the harvest season and to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth
Sushi: A Delicious Way to Recharge After a Karate Tournament After a long karate tournament, there’s nothing quite like a good meal to help you recharge and feel good both physically and mentally. And for me, there’s nothing that hits the spot quite like a delicious plate of sushi. Not only is sushi a tasty […]
Written by Dirk Herfurth