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Amsterdam

     I just realized that this single picture more or less sums up Amsterdam. Beautiful but also mysterious and perhaps naughty yet most definitely positive. I don’t know how i got all that from this single shot but anyway. My point is that this European city grabbed me. Something in the air made you feel positive, put a smile on your face, dared you to rethink your routine- i’m referring to the bicycle situation. I knew people used bicycles more than cars but I have never and probably won’t every again see that many bicycles rounded up in one place. I couldn’t give you a number but you get the idea.     Tulips weren’t in season but we got our fair share of wooden ones. Cheese was definitely on the list of goodies to bring back.     I’d give anything to live on one of these streets, in one of these houses.   My two must-do’s: Visit Christmas Palace! And take a boat ride. If only to see the stunning boat houses and bridges.     We even broadened our knowledge…     Last but by no means least, pancakes.    Hope to be back soon. x

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July 4, 2012 by
Travel

Rock Werchter Festival

    This was the biggest reason we decided to take a few days off and fly to Brussels. The Rock Werchter Festival.  Hands down the best musical experience I have had so far. I actually knew I would say this but still, living it, being there, watching and dancing to Jack White playing Seven Nation Army LIVE to over 80,000 people, gave me goosebumps. I hope I always remember this day so vividly as i do now.     On Friday afternoon we grabbed our backpacks and headed to the train station. The Festival is held outside Brussels, in Leuven, in a massive park where a total of three stages were built.    That’s Beth Ditto in the black and white dress in the centre of the stage. She blew me away. A phenomenal voice and character.    But above all, were Pearl Jam. We all know and love their songs but that voice…Eddie Vedder, you make life pretty when you sing. It just makes sense that I actually saw a person worthy of admiration through his words to the crowd, the way he just wanted to hug that crowd and the way he sat down at the end of the show and lit a cigarette. I thought to myself, I like him. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8vNBUg58tI]            Do watch this video. You won’t regret it.    Even though I wasn’t allowed to take my camera-regulations don’t allow professional equipment on the grounds-, I think the iPhone shots came out OK. To be honest I was relieved I didn’t have to take it. It weighs a ton and I would have been too busy enjoying myself to worry about it. Even Georgie skipped my mind on more occasions than I will let on. More of that and Amsterdam-roadtrip- tomorrow. Right now I am off to stare at my baby while he sleeps and tuck into some pizza. Goodnight. x

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July 3, 2012 by
let's play

separation

Even at the moment I was clicking on the ‘book now’ icon, I wasn’t really sure if what I was doing was ‘right’. I would be enjoying five whole days with friends I love, in a gorgeous European city, photographing all day,drinking coffee, smoking cigarettes, buying quirky bits and bobs, walking through parks…but without my baby. With only three days to go, how is this going to work, mummy?

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June 25, 2012 by
Food

snacks

     When Georgie started eating healthier snacks, I felt a huge weight was lifted. I have always tried to give him the best, which, to me, means homemade and organic. Yet some days I feel all he’s eaten is biscuits, cornflakes and bread. But when I started taking pictures of products I use on a daily basis, I gave myself a pat on the back. Here are a couple taken through Instagram.     Berry yoghurt.   He absolutely loves tomatoes and cheese.      My little dude tried some hummus for the first time and just wouldn’t stop. I’m not a huge fan hence begin so late introducing him to it.     At least he’s eating, I tell myself…x

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June 24, 2012 by
odd ends

odd ends…with commentary

  Need I say ANYTHING!    We are experiencing some weird weather conditions. It rained today. I think we’re nearing a tropical climate more and more every year.           My really good friend Ilia was on TV this morning demonstrating her ridiculously perfect makeup skills. Woohoo!      Georgie playing with his cousin in their new paddling pool.       A beautiful breezy day at the beach where we also had some good old fashioned fish and chips with tons of vinegar! Devoured it in a second so no pics. Oops.       Yiayia and pappou.       Pick n’ Mix. Not really my idea of good fun unless chocolate is involved.      Awesome birthday card.    Homemade bolognese.   Georgie in my dad’s MG.     Mia and Oliver.   Enjoy your weekend. I’m off to pack……..something is brewing…x

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June 22, 2012 by

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