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    Bern, Switzerland

    Bern, Switzerland, has been our home city for about a year.  Even though we live just outside of the city in the village of Worb, my wife Amy goes to work there every day, and it is where my kids love to walk the arcades and look in the shops.  The slow pace and beautiful architecture of the capital city of Switzerland captivate us every time we walk its century-old streets. One of my goals for this New Year is to explore a new place in Switzerland at least once a week.  Whether that is a day excursion into the Alps, exploring the many different trails and lakes, or experiencing…

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    The Corner of Church and Gay

    The other day, a friend asked me where I come from. “What part of the world is it?”  “What is it like?” My answer was quick, as we had to begin our days…but her questions lingered long after we said our goodbyes. As I drove away, I considered the simplicity of my answer and how little my description conveyed the beauty of my hometown. The more I drove, the more my thoughts painted a picture of the wealthy town we just left here in Switzerland. I thought about the buildings, the parks, the restaurants, the people.  Finally, I thought about the corner of Church and Gay Streets.  So much so…