It’s been two years since I fist arrived in the US. It’s been a fascinating and, at times, tiring journey […]
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The Gun Culture: Part IV “The Other Perspective”
Wednesday 30 march 2016 Bill and Beth are retired law enforcement officers, originally from California, who came to Idaho and […]
Where to Invade Next?
Each time I go to see a Michael Moore film, I walk away feeling a mixture of gratitude and despair. […]
The Gun Culture: Part III “If You Can Read This You’re In Range”
Today I went for a nice walk at Round Lake and afterwards took a meandering detour home. As I explored […]
Coffee Habits: Amercia vs Holland
THE RITUAL OF COFFEE DRINKING is very particular to a culture. Argentinians and Italians down their espresso standing up at tall tables in a three-minute pit stop. Colombians drink small cups of sugar with some strong coffee, no milk. Australians….
The U.S. Freedom of Character
One of the things I like best about living in the United States is being able to explore my character […]
Marjolein Goes to America 