Yea, they have that equivalent and there's also Matthias, but I really can't answer why it's so hard. I think it might be the location of the w and the th and I don't really know haha I know in my last name, at least, it's the number of e's that throw them off.
Of course you would thrive upon being referred to as the queen. Did you also have people calling you Sua maestà? haha
Matthaus What's the big issue with your name...I always thought the german equivalent was Matthaus...arent they familiar with that. Guess it cant be as easy as going to Italy with the name "Regina" and have everyone calling me "queen" all day!
tis their loss that you are no longer their teacher!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't say I blame you though.......way too hard. So do you take any exams for these latin courses and those on ancient Egypt??????????? Tis really great that you are thinking in Austrian German for all your conversations........that is a good sign..........but never loose fact that you are still an American......don't ever forget that............... Do I have your new address??/ wanted to send you an article by post. Miss ya, Your nanny
They would be Frankfurters in fact haha Austria, like all the Germanic countries, runs on meat, and the most predominant form is different types of sausages, and there're always people everywhere eating Frankfurters [just without the s in German]. In fact, fun little German lesson. To say, "it doesn't matter to me" in Germany, you'd say, "Es ist mir egal," [it's equal to me]. In Austria, you say, "Es ist mir Würst," it's sausage to me. How 'bout them Äpfel?
I'm glad to see you are finally having some work to do! How is the "teaching" going. Can you do work on the commute to and from? It seems like the money would be worth it. OK, probably going to get laughed at for this - at least by some... what does Erasmus stand for? Rainy and a little chilly today - I am going to Northern Virginia this weekend - not as exciting as your jaunts but I cant wait! xok
Haha, I had a big debate in my head about I could care less vs. I couldn't care less, and I couldn't figure out which one it was. Oh well. Forgetting my English!
WHAT!!! Obama was elected ? I don't read the Sun anymore so I guess I'm behind the 8 ball. Actually, it's " I couldn't care less " . Sorry, just had to set you right. Keep smiling. It makes people wonder what you're up to.
Peter
New digs. OK, I'm a little behind in my reading so this may be out of date but anyway, WOW ! greeat digs, and place. Glad all is working out. I am soo envious of you. Keep up the good work. Would that I could turn back the years.
new digs Wow!!!!! Your new home looks pristine!!!!!!!!!!!!! Did they clean it before you arrived?????/ Great that it is working out for you. As your Mom said, we are happy that you are so happy. Love, nanny
I prefer to think it's more of a L'auberge Espagnole type deal. Two Spanish [though really one Basque one Catalan], two Frenchies, a Czech, and an American, all under the same roof...
We can't wait to see you...in JULY!!!!!!!!
Go to England and see the Richies - Christmas in another country - how cool! Because, in case you didn't know, Matthew, Santa doesn't really exist so I don't think he'll be bringing a new car or anything to Linden Street! I WILL try to get pictures on FB and into the mail soo -Chia is on my case! Miss you! Congrats on the job - nice to be making some spending euros!
xok
Really proud of you....teaching English and all. The caves do remind me of the movie.... keep on writing as we all look forward to whatever you send.
Grampy
Stay So you know we will encourage you to stay for Feb. The Chamberlains would love to have you as would Liz and Greg....That would at least be a good meal or two and room......... Even with friends in Germany that were with us in Singapore would put you up.........but your choice I know. Loved pictures from the Cave........was the bear really real at one time, Love, Nanny
awesome I've been following your adventures Matthew and I look foward to reading about your days. The pictures are great. When you went a few days without writing I was having withdrawal. Enjoy every moment of your time in Austria. I am so very proud of you!!!
I love the pictures of the caves! I hope you weren't scared of the bats - remember you've had them in you own house! I continue to be amazed and excited for you and how acclimated you've become to the culture and fluent in the language(s)! You are my smartest and favorite oldest nephew! xok
MooseIsLoose
Matthew Greene
Yea, they have that equivalent and there's also Matthias, but I really can't answer why it's so hard. I think it might be the location of the w and the th and I don't really know haha I know in my last name, at least, it's the number of e's that throw them off. Of course you would thrive upon being referred to as the queen. Did you also have people calling you Sua maestà? haha