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Amsterdam
Amsterdam reflections
One of the most magical things about Amsterdam is her canals: centuries-old buildings leaning gracefully toward the water, a mesmerizing cacophony of colors, all merging to create true watercolor paintings which reflect the special beauty of this city. Want to reflect on more beauty? Check out DeliciousBaby Photo Friday.
Dutch treats
Temperatures hovered in the 50s and the wind added a crisp bite to the air. No matter, I was on a mission in Amsterdam’s Albert Cuyp market. Patat frites (French fries) with mayonnaise was the fix I was after: a cone-full of delectable crispy potatoes topped with a dollop of lemon-tinged silky smooth mayo on […]
Wooden shoes and hearts of stone
Miep Gies died yesterday. She was 100 years old. Miep and her husband, Jan, are the Dutch couple who hid Anne Frank and her family for more than two years in an Amsterdam attic. When the Franks were discovered and sent to concentration camps, Miep found Anne’s diary. She kept it until the war ended […]