Well, it is here. The end of my Germany tour. It feels strange to think that almost three months ago I landed in Frankfurt. I was a different person then, and I like the thought that I have grown. I still do not have my German perfected, but I think it would take longer than I want to spend here. Something to keep working on though, thats always handy.
I spent most of last week in cologne, a beautiful city with wondeful people. I found myself drawn back to the cathedral many times during my stay. My favorite time, I was with a Mexican guy named Leo. We went in at a quarter past seven on an overcast and rainy day. Most places in europe have indirect lighting on the outside for when it gets dark and the building can be lit up and look pretty. The cathedral had that on the inside. after a certain point it was too dark for the lights to penetrate the dark, so it gave this amazing infinite feel to the place. Leo is catholic and I asked him if he would pray aloud in spanish. As I looked at the quiet vastness around me and listened to strange, yet familiar prayers, I was struck by how amazing God is. How incredibly infinite He is. It was a good night.
Some of you may have seen that my travel plans for yesterday didn't quite work out how I wanted them to. It was somewhat frustrating, but then I was quieted. I realized there was nothing to do and accepted that. Luckily, the hostel in Cherbourg was nice enough to refund that nights stay, no problem. That was a nice blessing.
I leave on a ferry tomorrow to Rosslare, Ireland. From there I will get a train to Cork and stay there for a few days before heading to Killarney. I am excited to see the emerald isle but still miss the rolling flint hills. One month to go and then I can see them again (as well as all you!).
I appreciate the prayer please continue to provide it!
Side note: Congrats to Jordan and Kayla! Hope it was great!
Samwise Greenhill
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