Swiss Family Grass

We left Tenero just as the weather began to change. We drove north to Luzern and camped along the lake at Campground Lido. Luzern was chilly and overcast, but nothing could diminish the beauty of the city. We walked the old city, stopping for hot chocolate to warm our bones. The architecture and character of Luzern are a perfect blending of old world charm and big city personality.

During our stay we visited the Transportation Museum, which warrants an entire afternoon. We walked along the lake, and ventured into town on bicycle to take in local culture.

On our last day we visited Alice’s cousin Hans and his wife Ann, who live just outside Luzern. Hans once worked as a guard at the Vatican, so he has many interesting stories to share. He doesn’t speak English, but his wife Ann does, and she was more than happy to attempt the translation. We had a wonderful time at their home. They had invited us for lunch, and what was supposed to be a simple lunch date turned into an all day affair. When they found out that I knew how to play the Swiss card game ‘Jass’, three spirited rallies ensued. We stayed so long that Ann made us dinner and then later sent us on our way with a care package of goodies. They are most generous people, and they kept us laughing all day with their quips.