Even though we live in the USA, Dutch Family Traditions are still important to us. Read all about how we kept our traditions alive, like Sinterklaas, New Years and Easter.
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
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 ?
It has been 2 years we haven’t seen Opa and Oma, 3 years was the last time I was in the Netherlands and 5 years for my kids. It is time we’re taking a trip to the Netherlands. This time it was a little dangerous, traveling during a pandemic is definitely more stressful. What to… Read More Our Trip to the Netherlands during a pandemic.
A few years ago, I turned 40. I wanted to invite my friends to my birthday party. My birthday is in the summer and here in Iowa it can be very hot and humid. So, I was thinking to have a garden party at our house, so people have the possibility to get inside and… Read More How to organize a garden birthday party?
Every year, a few weeks before the summer vacation starts, parents are stressing out about what to do during the summer. I did too, a few years ago. Especially when the kids were smaller. Now the kids are bigger and the older kids take care of the younger one. Not only that, but now the… Read More Awesome Outdoor Family activities for the summer
Vrolijk Paasfeest or Happy Easter! I hope you are all doing well! This will be our 2nd Easter celebration in the Covid pandemic. We usually invite people over to celebrate Easter with us and have a wonderful Easter Brunch. But again, this year we will be celebrating Easter with our family of 5. Not only… Read More 10+ Free Easter Brunch Recipes for you to try.
Easter is one of my favorite Holiday’s. With all the fresh spring feeling of new things, like flowers and fresh food and hopefully some good weather. Because of the COVID pandemic, we will celebrate Easter at home, the 5 of us with a nice brunch and an Easter Egg Hunt. Find out which ideas I… Read More 6 DIY Decorations you’ll love for your Easter Brunch table
We had a week of very nice sunny weather. There is still frost in the morning, so are we allowed to say it is almost SPRING???? The feeling of opening up de house and letting the fresh air come in, is almost inevitable. I am starting to make lists of what needs to be done… Read More Creative ways how to get kids to help with Spring cleaning.
