This is where the kids perform tonight onthe Prague orchestra festival. We can’t wait! Mike is such a proud Papa-he was excited to find them on the poster. 

We ate at an outdoor cafe while it poured rain and we sat cozy watching people scurry for cover. Next, a walk along the Charles Bridge leading to the castle at sunset. This bridge was built by King Charles IV and was completed in the 15th century. The guard towers are immense and it is lined with baroque statues  of patron saints. The most famous is St. John that was martyrd on the bridge in 1393. The bridge is a lesson in history, religion, and mysticism. It is believed that if you touch the plaque of the Saint in just right way, paying homage to the stars you will ensure your return to Prague.  Touching the fallen priest fulfills a wish in a year and a day. We will see! Our  walk home included a traditional chimney cone and ice cream!!!!

We were able to visit the original chapel, and original dwellings underground that form the foundation of the square. The dwellings are history in levels that have been preserved. Apparently there are many yet untouched under the city. We stood in an original Roman dwelling, an original gothic dwelling, John Huss’s ( Hussite Movement) meeting room,  and the cathedral that was saved during the Nazi reign because they plastered over the religious mosaic so it would not be destroyed. It is all so interesting and beyond beautiful.

The kids had a good rehearsal this morning for tomorrow evening’s performance in Prague. I can’t wait to see them on that stage!

We ended the day at the bell tower clock display after an awesome traditional Chez meal of goulash, stuffed dumplings, and warm raspberries with ice cream. Tomorrow morning we will climb to the top! 

Our first look at Old Town Square… Magical

Love it here already! 

We got settled into our apartment late afternoon and it began to storm so we settled for a few hours with hot tea, grading papers, and time with our students online. Lovely!!! #😈 #teachingfromprague