Ten Years In The Netherlands
Ten years ago I stepped off a British Airways flight and began my life in Holland. At the time I did not realize that this was what it was. Back then I thought it was just the beginning of the next six months of my life in Holland but I have been here for over a third of my life now.
And I am so happy that Holland has become my home. At the beginning I was not always thrilled about it and for a while when the honeymoon period was initially over I down right hated it. But luckily I stuck with it and discovered so much to love about the country. It’s still hard being away from my family and friends at times but I visit them when ever I can. I’ve also made new friends here who mean a lot to me and most importantly of all I met my wife who I love dearly (I told my self I would not cry).
I look forward to continuing my life in Holland and would like to thank everyone who has supported me for these past ten years. Thank you. You know who you are.
I agree with Heather, a circle party is definitely in order!
Congrats, and thanks so much for your blog! I love reading it and it never ceases to brighten my day.
(love year two!)
Thank you everyone for all your messages and congratulations. I am very touched.
Unexpected Traveller – You know how to compliment a guy
Bart – It’s always good to know I am more successful then the Nazis’
French Bean – I had that for a while here. It gets better after a while… and Speculoos really does help.
Anita – I call it the seven stages of being an expat
MissNeriss – No, no. Really don’t put yourself to any trouble. Put the chairs and the tea pot down :p
Wow I’ve had my own craft room for ten years.
Sorry, we do miss you really.
Congratulations on 10 years in Holland, and knowing you, on staying alive for another 10 years as well. ;-) Glad to see you are still enjoying this beautiful country.
Dragonlady – I knew you were going to say that :p
Wezz6400 – Thank you. I am indeed.
Wow, time flies when you’re reading blogs :) Kewl beans Stu
STU!!! BIGGEST CONGRATS!!!!! This is so awesome, I have also the same thing with America. Can’t believe I’ve been here this long. Congrats and thank you for sharing your journey with us, your readers. It’s a pleasure to read and a great excuse to have a peak at your life :)
Hup, Hup, Hup, for Stu in Holland :)
Congrats on a real milestone :)