Sechs Jahre Part II...

As I mentioned in a previous post, Marina, B's 16 year old sister, is visiting us from Brazil with two friends, Johanna and Barbara. The kids are in heaven with three tias (aunts) to cater to their every whim. Judging by the time they arrive home at night, the girls seem to be enjoying Heidelberg.

Since they had gone to Madrid to visit a friend during Emily's first birthday party, B scheduled a second, smaller affair here at the compound. Beyond Marina and company and our family, the kids' babysitter Melanie and the Volmerings were on hand (Thomas, Luciana, João and Joana). The party was marked by much Brazilian funk music, Brazilian-style hotdogs (served in tomato sauce and topped with corn and potato strings) and lots of cake and candy. There was also a huge mess afterward (of course).
As far as I know, there are no more birthday parties planned for Emily. If one should spontaneously erupt, rest assured you'll hear about it here.