Fog. Everywhere.

I was able to snap out of my post-holidays / post-vacation / post-Michigan depression which had plagued my return to Germany. It wasn't pretty, but it's over with. Things have improved greatly - I'm sleeping better, my nasty cold from the past few weeks has finally cleared up, and I'm back to waitressing topless to support my family. Although I must say, I'm already a little nervous about my trip home in March because I really don't need another emotional rollercoaster ride after returning here. I'll probably be ok, but perhaps I should try to get a handful of Zoloft from someone on eBay just in case.

Except today, our weather has continued to be amazing. 50s and 60s last week, followed by more of the same. Today's 35 is the lone exception, which explains the eerie looking fog we've had all day.

Yay, they're airing the Golden Globes here. Getting to see some good old American fluff is always fun.

Funny thing - in using my box of tissue at the office, from one Kleenex to the next, the color suddenly turned from white to a light peach. It seemed a bit odd to me. It crossed my mind that it could simply be some kind of a sign that it's running low, but then I thought "oh please." Well, a German coworker confirmed it. The purpose is indeed to inform you that the box is running low. Now that's a new one to me. I guess on the one hand it's smart, but I can't help but wonder if it's truly necessary. What will Kleenex think of next?

Deutschland sucht den Superstar ("German Idol" for lack of a better description) is back and bett…err, just as good as ever. Who needs "American Idol" with all the talent here? Ha. If I'm not mistaken, I believe the "throwing water on the judges after an audition" stunt was pulled years ago in the U.S. When my time comes, perhaps I should make a similar exit from Germany as "Mr. Love" - throw drinks in someone's face and "tschuess, Deutschland!"