It is interesting to see how Holland is beginning to focus more upon where they have been than where they should be going. As the economy in Europe contracts with the inevitable impact on all of its citizens, it seems that a lot of people would prefer to try and re-create the past than deal [...]
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Ten years of Euthanasia In Belgium and the Netherlands
One of the main reasons that I choose to live in Holland is because of the pragmatic approach this culture takes in allowing people the freedom to live their lives as individuals, taking their own responsibility for key decisions that impact them personally. This applies to sex, drugs and dying with dignity. Having lived parts [...]
Stressed – what makes you think that?
Here is a potted version of the last 7 days. Today marked the end of one of the most stressful weeks in a long time. Last Monday we had to transfer some money into another European country to complete a project that we have been working on for 3 years. Leading up to this Monday [...]
A production line called ‘School’
A couple of weeks ago, I went to a parents evening at my eldest daughter’s school. The purpose of the evening was for the teachers and the Director to give an overview of what was the focus of this school year. This is her second year at high school and there are two more years to [...]
So you want to marry a Dutch girl? – part 2
Over the last 2 weeks the subject of being married to Dutch women has come up in a number of conversations with colleagues and acquaintances. Of course the following is both a generalisation and subjective, however this aspect has been a common thread in these conversations. This time the common thread has been about why, [...]
Spring is here!!!
God this is wonderful. This morning I was out on my balcony before starting work, the sea was as flat as glass, a spring smell in the air, sun was shining and life was pretty good! This photo gives you some idea of the day.
The Albert Heijn song
You have to live in Holland to appreciate this, so true!!! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlZ9d-g1fA8]
