The Christkindlmarket in Chicago’s Daley Plaza is a must visit this time of year; it gets larger each year. Last year I couldn’t resist buying some of these nesting dolls from Russian; picking some of varying sizes from large to teensy. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergMany holiday toys and decor from Germany and other European countries. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergFood is a must-have at the Cristkindlmarket too! The smells of fresh roasted nuts are irresistible. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergLove the beard! Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergCollectors always stop for a cider or cocoa in order to get a Cristkindlmarket no mug. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergHere the old world and new world come together. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergI got the hot cocoa and my hubby got the warm cider; each a special treat in the souvenir mugs for this year. Copyright 2018 Pamela BreitbergChoices, wonderful choices! Today I learned the scratchy Steiff animals I still have from my childhood are made of mohair. Copyright 2018 Pamela Breitberg
