Tag: Reflextions
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Birthday Cake
My first post of the year is about this gorgeous homemade marble cake I got for my birthday—which happens to be today 😊 Marble cake is such a traditional birthday cake in Germany, and one bite instantly takes me back to so many past birthdays celebrated with friends and family. Each one special, each one…
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Reflections
This is my last post of 2025—and what a year it has been. So much happened: travel to faraway and beautiful places, returns home and reunions with old friends, great times with new ones, and busy work schedules made easier by fun and relaxing weekends. There were ups and downs, as there always are, but…
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Carnegie Hall
Today is Christmas Eve—Heiligabend– the main event in Germany with afternoon cake, traditional food, presents and one of my favorite parts: my mum revealing her special surprise for the holidays. Always treating us to a concert, the ballet, or a cabaret. Even though I’m not spending Christmas in Germany this year, I’m keeping that tradition…
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Day of the Dead Ofrenda
Following yesterday’s post about pan de muerto, I came across a stunning Día de los Muertos ofrenda at Hudson Yards today. The ofrenda was framed by cascades of vibrant cempasúchil (marigolds) and flanked by elegantly dressed Catrinas — their painted faces and traditional dresses forming a beautiful tableau against the bluest autumn sky. An ofrenda…
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A quick doctor’s visit
The American health care system is something I think about a lot. It’s incredibly complex—and can feel unfair in how care is accessed and experienced. That said, if you do have good insurance—as I feel grateful to right now—the experience can be surprisingly luxurious. Yesterday, I needed an impromptu doctor’s visit. No wait time. Thoughtful,…
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4th of July
This Fourth of July, I found myself not at a backyard barbecue or watching fireworks like in past years, but at a Mexican restaurant—enjoying one of the best tuna ceviches I’ve ever had, alongside tacos, quesadillas, and queso fundido. We sat outside, taking in the mild summer evening (a rarity in New York). It might…
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New Memories Unlocked
I’m at the airport in Frankfurt, sitting on the roof terrace under a bright blue sky with a view of the tarmac, waiting for boarding. It’s one of those in-between moments that invites reflection—and after the week I’ve just had, there’s a lot to take in. I came to Germany for a very special reason:…
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One Year In New York
This weekend marked my one-year anniversary of moving to New York City. It’s been a whirlwind—a rollercoaster in the best and most honest sense. The excitement of discovering another new city, the opportunities that brought me here, the moments that pushed me far out of my comfort zone… all wrapped up into twelve fast months.…
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100+ Posts
I just renewed my site, which means I’m committed to keeping this little corner of the internet going. Over 100 posts and nearly a full year in, I’m grateful for everyone who has followed along—whether you’ve read just one post or many. Here’s to more fun moments, cultural observations, and whatever else sparks curiosity along…
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Valentine’s Craze
For weeks now, the city has been in full Valentine’s Day mode. Pink decorations, heart-shaped everything, and an overwhelming amount of flowers and chocolate seem to be everywhere. Supermarkets, pharmacies, and all kinds of stores are stocked with roses and candy. At Whole Foods the other day, I couldn’t turn a corner without running into…
Josephine in New York City 