Today was the team's day off from the stable. We all enjoyed a nice sleep in. We usually meet for brunch at an adorable cafe, but instead we met this afternoon for ice cream in celebration of a friend's birthday. The ice cream cafe was call "Gino's Cafe" it was run by an Italian family. They served the most exquisite ice cream sundaes. Each were huge and decorated beautifully. They almost looked too good to eat, but of course we did! Anyhow, at the end of our little celebration the birthday girl was made to pay for everyone. There were also some people that left during the outing and didn't leave anything to cover their bill. I was mortified! However once again, I was reminded of my American ways. Here in Germany the person whose birthday it is, is meant to take all of their friends out for a celebration. It is tradition that they bake their own cake and provide a meal for friends and family. They are also meant to organize and pay for their own party. Such a cultural difference!
Learn something new everyday...
Meaghan :-)
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