Contrary to everything I would expect at this time of year, I am still working a little. Between that, my stiff back which is gradually getting better, and studying Dutch, I barely have time to eat or take a shower. (But am doing both, occasionally!)

I finished the sixth Dutch lesson last night. Today, when I was checking out at the store, the cashier girl started counting my multiple items in Dutch. I was so surprised! We had a lively, 10-second discussion while the people behind me got impatient.