Local Traditions

Good morning. Welcome to Tuesday Book Blogs. Today, we’re going to be talking about embracing local holiday traditions if you’re in another country.
Many military members are sent to overseas posts. Some are dangerous, where these people are in war zone and don’t have to worry about observing local traditions. For others, they are in an assignment where they are very much a part of the community. That is when they need to study and be a part of those traditions.

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During my time in the Air Force, I was extremely lucky to spend a great deal of time in Germany. I’d always wanted to see and explore this country, since I am part German on my father’s side. This was an opportunity of a lifetime and I had a lot of plans for my free time.
One of the things I enjoyed the most were the Volksmarches. We would walk a certain number of kilometers—ten, twenty, or forty—at either a leisurely pace or pushing ourselves to the limit. Even pregnant, we could enjoy these walks, stay in shape, and get to know the local people.


Another tradition I enjoyed was St. Nicholas Day, in early December. Even the small villages had a St. Nicholas and a Krampus who visited each home with a child, to pass out treats or remind a naughty child that they were in trouble. The children and the adults all enjoyed this celebration, and loved including the military members in the activities.
As an author, I love to incorporate my military experiences, both good and bad, into my stories. They are very much a part of my life and I hope you enjoy learning about other cultures from them.



About K.C. Sprayberry
Born and raised in Southern California’s Los Angeles basin, K.C. Sprayberry spent years traveling the United States and Europe while in the Air Force before settling in northwest Georgia. A new empty nester with her husband of more than twenty years, she spends her days figuring out new ways to torment her characters and coming up with innovative tales from the South and beyond.
She’s a multi-genre author who comes up with ideas from the strangest sources. Those who know her best will tell you that nothing is safe or sacred when she is observing real life. In fact, she considers any situation she witnesses as fair game when plotting a new story.




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