Tag Archives: travel

Amsterdam = Food Friends and Art and Architecture

Posted on 05/06/2019 by

My travels in February took me to a day trip in Amsterdam to see the Rembrandt Exhibit at the Rijks Museum and a visit to the Bijenkorf Department store’s cafe. We went by train from Hoorn to Amsterdam. A short … Continue reading →

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Candy Shop = “The best Candy Store in the Netherlands”

Posted on 03/27/2019 by

A day in Edam the Netherlands was a treat. Not only is Edam a very picturesque town, but according to my tour guide, Edam has the best “Snoepwinkel” (candy store) in the Netherlands.  Jos, who grew up in Edam is … Continue reading →

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A New Day – Travel Awakening = Edam NL Tour Continued

Posted on 03/15/2019 by

It was spring in Edam the day that Sabina and Jos took me on a tour of the town where Jos grew up. sunny and pleasant we wandered around town. We came upon Jos’ uncle, a very sweet man, who … Continue reading →

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Keeping It Short & Sweet Friday – A Bakery in Hoorn – The Netherlands

Posted on 03/15/2019 by

Friday is a good day to share some pics from my travels, which included a short stay in the Netherlands with family. It was a whirlwind trip packed into two and a half days! First stop Hoorn NL. Bakeries are … Continue reading →

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International Women’s Day = Rise Up!

Posted on 03/08/2019 by

Years ago the newspaper said: Women do seventy-five percent of the worlds’ work for free. Like this Rose we bloom We grow together In strength Bravery and Wisdom. Determined to go onward. Rise Up!    

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