When this part of Texas was settled in the 1800's, many immigrants from Germany arrived and established new homes. Nearby Fredericksburg is one of their communities, and of course they want to celebrate October Fest in appropriate ways. There will be oompah bands, beer, sausages, and sauerkraut for all to enjoy. We have been there before and plan to go tomorrow with friends. This small city is only 20 miles north of Kerrville, and we visit this fun place at least once each month. One of our favorite stores has lots of tasting for local delights like peach jam and peach salsa. This particular store provides nearly 100 different items you can taste and then decide which to buy. You can tell that peaches grow nearby, although this year's crop was badly damaged by a late freeze.
Grandparents in the German tradition are called Oma or Opa. The East Texas version is Meemaw and Papa, prounounced Paw-paw. I get called Paw-paw around here since when Roy is on vacation, I am the oldest worker. Hence the nickname. Maybe I can get them to call me Opa. I do have German ancestors among many others, and that would be fine. Happy travels.
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