He said, she said: parents from another brother share thoughts on Deutschland

In the early morning hours of Saturday, May 14, the buddymollys took the train to Munich for a parent-sitting excursion with Mark and Wendy Trivisonno. For the record: we weren’t given their flight information – only the time they were flying in and an artist’s pen-and-ink rendition of each. Locating them, however, was a piece of "Kuchen."

After a few hours of wandering, a brief and mostly accurate history lesson, copious amounts of beer and a stroll through the English garden, we escorted them to their hotel, where they were soon rescued by their son Todd “Tad” Trivisonno, (Tivisonno if you’re nasty). 

 

During their weeklong Euro tour, we were lucky enough to enjoy their company on numerous occasions. Now safely at home in Kentucky (which we learned is home to such towns as Red Hot, Lickskillet and Monkey's Eyebrow – really!) guest bloggers Mark and Wendy share their perspectives on their trip to Deutschland.

Mark: I’m not one who just decided to head to Europe without feeling a little intimidated. When we touched down in Munich, however, the first soothing words I heard were Molly and Jeremy calling our names at the arrival gate.

From that moment, through all the amazing countryside visits, historic castles and everyday life of Germany, we felt the love, kindness and compassion of Jeremy, Molly, Jeff and Todd – Germany was just a wonderful backdrop. Thank you doesn’t say what I feel. I’m truly blessed and feel so much love for our hosts and hostess. Prost!

Wendy: When the buddymollys asked us to be guest writers on the blog, I thought “no!” yet said nothing. What would I write about? The beauty of the Germany countryside or the historic churches and castles; getting to know the people in Todd’s life right now; or would I want to teach people of gartens, glockenspiels and Mai Baums?

As I prepared to leave, I realized I was most touched by the people of Germany, putting their heart and soul, time and treasure into God. It reminded me of why we are here … I’m so thankful for the experiences and the folks we spent the week with.

We enjoyed Mark and Wendy's stay as much as they enjoyed the Bavarian hospitality and are currently launching our parent-sitting business, which could prove to be a rewarding and lucrative career path. Now accepting applications for the fall of 2011. Inquire within.