Our kids are getting older and I enjoy every developmental step in their lives. Our oldest is going to college next fall. They are all doing their own thing. Questions arise….do they know enough to be on their own, do they know what to do in an emergency, did we teach them enough? Social skills,… Read More Fun Family activities to do with teenagers
Considering studying abroad? It is a logical step for us to introduce our kids to colleges and universities in The Netherlands. All three of them have dual citizenships. So, does the Netherlands have a vibrant academic environment, picturesque landscapes, and a unique cultural experience for our youngsters? We just visited 5 art colleges in the… Read More A complete Guide for High School Students to Study in the Netherlands
A Dutch Breakfast Adventure Breakfast, the most important meal of the day, varies widely across cultures, each offering its unique morning ritual. In the case of the Dutch, their traditional breakfast, or “ontbijt” as the Dutch call it, is a hearty and wholesome affair that reflects the country’s history, culture, and geography. Last summer we… Read More Exploring the Delights of a Traditional Dutch Breakfast
You might have seen it in one of my newsletters, but we recently bought an RV. It was not really in our planning (and budget), but we’ve been dreaming about this adventure for years! I always thought to buy an older model with a good engine. Heck, I was even thinking about transforming a school… Read More Bedroom make over in a NEW RV.
I’m so happy that this soup is so easy to make and I don’t have to get any complicated, hard to find ingredients from the Netherlands. Just a delicious filling and healthy, hearty winter soup. The Dutch Split Pea Soup! For Americans it must be a very strange combination, but the Dutch crepe-like pancakes can… Read More A perfect winter meal, Split Pea Soup with Dutch pancakes.
I really hope you have some time these days at the end of the year to make these cute, awesome and adorable crafts. Some of them we made at our weekly Craft Party. Everyone loved the idea to start early on these Christmas DIY Crafts and decide if they wanted to give them away as… Read More Easy 12 days of Christmas DIY Craft Ideas
Okay, maybe I’m a little biased here, because I was born and raised in the Netherlands and I did have a year pass when I was 4 years old to the theme park or amusement park called ”de Efteling”. I’ve lived in the USA now for 16 years and we’ve visited several other amusement parks… Read More Why I think ”de Efteling” is the best amusement park in the world.
One of the countries which came out of our two oldest children’s mouths in unison was Italy. We asked them in the beginning of the year, which countries they wanted to visit in Europe in the summer. If we have their approval, this could be the best road trip in Italy with teens. Why Italy?… Read More Best Road Trip in Italy with teens.
Are you interested in teen activities in Paris? I might have a few ideas for you. We just came back from a 5 week Europe trip. Our oldest, J. and I were born in the Netherlands and my husband spent several years in Europe, so we decided to stay in the Netherlands for 2 weeks… Read More What teens definitely need to do and see in Paris ?
This is something totally unbelievable. I was shocked!!! I Thought I knew a few things about Anne Frank. You know, being Dutch I’ve read her book (diary), watched some movies, learned a few things in school. But this totally blew my mind! Plus the fact that I’m Dutch AND I’m only 45 minutes away from… Read More What is the link between Anne Frank and Iowa?
