A Tribute

It goes without explanation how well loved Peter is for his nice personality and good sense of humor. Living here in Germany with his family, it is obvious where Peter gets these wonderful qualities. His whole family, father, mother and sister (and her husband and kids) are all so warm, lovely and funny people. We could not have made such an move without the help and support of Peter's amazing family. Peter's mother, Inge, takes care of the entire family, kind of like Mother Teresa. She cares for her 98 year old aunt and always watches the grandkids when parents go away.

Inge has been with us for almost 2 weeks. She decorated our home with paintings she, Peter and Gia painted. Out house feels so cozy with their works "from the heart" hanging. She keeps everything in order. She is not used to having so many people around, but this place is so neat with her here. The German orderliness missed our little family. I swear it as if Inge follows everyone everywhere straightening up as she goes, yet we have also enjoyed having coffee and chatting up a storm. How does she do that? She helps the kids with their homework and taught me most of the German I know. Her patience is truly appreciated. We also appreciate having the input of a garbage expert.

Inge is open to do anything. She loves being outside and very athletic. She just raced the boys sledding. We are so lucky and appreciate how well she takes care of us!

Inge is extremely caring and we are so lucky to have her in our life. No one could ever replace her. -Gia

Inge helps out everyone in the family by cleaning up, making food, and helping out with homework. She has made the move so easy and fun. -Annika

We love when you come and visit us and we come and visit you. -Tobi and Hansi

Susanne is a wonderful sister-in-law, sister and aunt. She spoils the kids and they love it. She always brings her positive attitude and easy-going ways so nothing can really be that bad when she is around. She is like the horse-whisperer and really has a great connection with the animals. She took the kids riding, and a horse was getting feisty with Annika, but between respect, kindness and understanding, she smoothed that situation right out.

Susanne is fun loving and an amazing aunt we love her so much. - Gia

Susanne is athletic and funny. She balances our family out and I will miss her when we go back to the US. -Annika

We love being around you. Tobias and Johannes

We are lucky to have these times together as we become truly attached to the whole family.


Happy Birthday Inge and Susanne.