Welcome. So this is the first entry to my new, English-based blog, describing my journey to and new life in Dublin, Ireland.

But before actually moving over and experience the feeling of insecurity adapting to a new country, there’s lots of stuff to complete here in Germany. I have to give notice of departure to the authorities, pack all of my property, find a next tenant, and get rid of unbelievably huge amounts of unnecessary trash that’s been pent-up over the years.

Oh, and of course there’s a goodbye-party to celebrate this Saturday. Did I mention to have taken part in a sweepstake of a major German brewery…? Anyway, I’ve won – not less than a whole stannous bathtub full of Beck’s Gold. On the rocks. So, anyone reading this in time, come along. Photos of that event will follow.