120701 Munich

Once again, the hard work of my colleagues in Germany rewarded me with another opportunity to visit Munich.  I came home from my trip to Fishkill, New York.  I had just enough time to do laundry and pack.

The flights from Phoenix to Munich, via Chicago, were uneventful.  But my arrival in Munich was greeted with clouds and rain.  By the time I reached my hotel, the rain stopped.  So after depositing my luggage, I headed out but with some anxiety as clouds menaced to pour down anytime.  I didn't have much luck because of the intermittent rain.  I was very hesitant to pull out my camera for fear of water damage.

I took refuse inside St Peter's Church at one point.  I discovered it had a tower.  Climbing the equivalent of 13 floors by stairs, I reached its top.  I was treated to a wonderful view of Munich.  But thick clouds dampened it a bit.  Also the narrow width of the platform presented a quite challenge as people tried to move around one another. 

Rathaus, or city hall, of Munich.

The rest of the week was filled with work.  The sun peaked out from time to time during the day.  But as soon as my work days ended, the rain came down hard.  I got to get some rain gear for my camera.  In spite of the nasty weather, I still enjoyed my visit to Munich & my working relationship with the local people.

My journey home included a stop in Washington Dulles International Airport.  The aircraft next to mine had one of its engines opened.  Right after the picture below was taken, the gate agent announced the flight to London was delayed due to engine issue, and the captain would make a decision soon.  By the time I boarded my flight to Phoenix, no announcement was made about this transatlantic flight.

Engine under repair at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Upon landing in Phoenix, a beautiful sunset welcomed me home.  But my stay at home would be short this time, as another week of travel awaited.

Sunset at Phoenix Sky Harbor.

I hope you enjoy this blog.  And as always, your comments / critiques are welcome.

Thank you for visiting.
Paul