There are certain things from “home” that are familiar and comforting when you see them in a different context. Here in Germany, some “familiar” things have taken on new meaning.
A reputable music publisher is Bärenreiter, known especially for their urtext editions of music (authentic to the composer’s original intentions, including bowings and other details). Seeing music with their name here reminds me that it is a German company, and Bären are actually bears! The name ‘Bärenreiter’ might mean something like ‘Bear rider.’ Cool and random! Gummi bears are also really good in this area (just ask David – he wants me to bring more of them home for the summer). This photo captures both the music and the gummy bears, both familiar things yet seen with new eyes.
One of my friends from high school went to Grove City College. A few people here at BFA also did. One day I slept at Liel Dorm as a sub for Lauren, the RA there. She happened to go to Grove City, so I saw her pillows and thought of my other friend! It was yet another small connection between my two homes, ironically through a third place I have never visited!
