Why are their so many hula dancers?

(left: walking around Düsseldorf)
Hello everyone! Molly and I are safely in Solingen, Germany. After the not-so-amazing plane trip (where we thought we would sleep heavenly because we had our own row due to only 75 people on the train, but we didn't because our bodies are dumb) we arrived in Frankfurt at around eleven am. (sorry that this is in underline all of a sudden) We easily hopped onto the train right at the airport...but we missed the train to Solingen due to small children in the railway. So, alas, we were late. While waiting for the next train in Köln (otherwise known as cologne), we wandered about the train station area down
below - what a sight!! There were people EVERYWHERE dressed up. As clowns, pirates, strawberrys - everything. It turns out that it is the german holiday in köln, known as Karnival. It's similar to Halloween, exept more lots of drinking on the streets and singing cheesy songs. It's also more for adults, which was weird seeing old grandpas strolling the streets looking like Robin Hood, rather than kids.
We finally got to Solingen and met up with Lena. Her apartment is so quaint. And it is orange, red and yellow inside. We went to her friend's house and ate delicious waffeln, similar to waffles, with whipped cream and cherries. This morning we went to church via train and listened to a service by a Nigerian pastor. Very interesting, but good - Molly and I looked ridiculous with bulky headphones blasting out the translation. For the rest of the day we enjoyed the town of Düsseldorf, eating at a löffellhaus (cafe known for soup), experiencing karnival, and meeting so many nice Germans. I have been able to practice my German, which was fun and Molly is learning some! Anyways, tomorrow should be amazing - but you'll have to tune in next time to find out! We love you all!

(left: chillin at a local train station)