May 1st, May Day, Labour Day, erster Mai, Tag der Arbeit, International Worker’s Day — whatever you like to call it, today is a holiday in Germany and many other countries.  Here (at least in the three cities that I’ve lived in) it typically means grilling, picnicking, and demonstrations , including some stone throwing, some torching of cars, and plenty of cops in riot gear.  All in good fun!  But on to my five senses…

Seeing. I was running late and hurrying along the busy Ostertorsteinweg in Bremen’s Viertel when I noticed this entryway in the photo above that stopped me in my tracks.  Isn’t the tile just gorgeous?  I’ve probably passed by here a thousand times, but it’s the first time I’ve noticed it.  Life’s funny that way, isn’t it?

Hearing. The last of Kevin Spacey’s South Carolinian accent after finally finishing Season Three of House of Cards.

Tasting. I had the most delicious vegan lasagne last night at Filosoof, made from cabbage and chickpeas. Who knew!

Smelling. It’s been a rather dry April for Bremen standards, so it’s actually nice to smell the rain on the wet pavement. (Even though I wouldn’t mind having it a little warmer.)

Feeling. I’ve fallen asleep during a couple of my meditation sessions this week (which totally defeats the purpose of cultivating presence in the moment, but oh well) — so I guess I’ve been feeling a bit tired.

Happy Friday!  How has your week been? Feel free to join in if you would like! And for more Five Senses, visit Life Simplistic and Travel with Emily.