Category Archives: House

Keeping Our Cool

Air-conditioning, ah… Something of a rarity in private residences in this country, but with the current minor heatwave we’ve been experiencing, more of a practical necessity than luxurious decadence. They say the current hot spell will continue until after the … Continue reading

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New Garden, New Furniture

We’ve placed an order for some brand, spanking new garden furniture from Unopiù. This Italian garden furniture shop doesn’t have many branches outside of Italy, but we’re lucky to have one within walking distance, on the far side of the … Continue reading

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May Holiday

Schiphol experienced its busiest day of the year yesterday, as 170,000 passengers milled through the airport and headed off on their way. It’s the start of the May holiday here, which this year includes Koninginnedag (the queen’s birthday), and Hemelvaartsdag … Continue reading

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Garden Of Delight

Well, not quite just yet, but it’s coming alone nicely now. The pathway paving is more or less complete, lots of soil has been strewn on the borders and today, work is being done on a new geveltuin along our … Continue reading

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The First Week Passes

It’s hard to believe that Lucas was born a whole week ago. My, how the past week has flown by. Saturday was Cora’s next to last day at our house. She’ll be back on Monday for the last time (in … Continue reading

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