You blokes are unbelievable. Not everything in the world has to boild down to some girls with big racks, beer and grannies that dye their hair as it were still the 1990's
When someone says "Beer Frau", thats the kind of image that comes to mind. Big boned beefy women with big breasts. Not meant as an insult or anything. Lots of German women are hot.
I've never been to Munich -- not interested to visit it either. Although I like to visit the BMW building. Have you ever visited the BMW Building?
just the one in South Carolina. the holding lot is under the parking deck, so new cars don't sit out in the sun, and don't get wet when it rains.
Angela in Wunderland: What Germanys got right, and what it hasnt The article doens't make sense on some regards, follow the link and read the comment page. The Economists somhow thinks it's a good idea to be as consume-orientated as the USA or the UK or even France. That's ridiculous.
"Every man has two countries - his own and France" is a quote attributed to Jefferson but it was something felt by many idealists in the 18th century. I've always felt the same about Germany. It warms my heart to see Germany's ascension.. No people or nation is more deserving and more qualified to lead the continent through the coming century and beyond.
German architecture has always been stunning. Albert Speer is one of my favorites of all time. The Germans have a great sense of self and it's something I wish we Americans had in common with them.