June 29th, 2008

I bought a top two weeks ago from the new Puma shop in town.  It’s short-sleeved, white and flowy, with a princess waistline, a plunging back, and a ribbon tie at the nape.  You’d think Puma would only make workout clothes, but this top was clearly not created to touch sweat.  It’s got a slightly ancient Greek [...]

June 27th, 2008

While we were happily watching a European Cup game the other evening, Adam and I heard a sickening crunch outside.  Then some yelling.  The Dutch are not a shy people and won’t just step over someone in trouble.  If a person needs help you can guarantee that a Netherlander will come running over to be [...]

June 24th, 2008

So the gnashing and rending has abated.  It isn’t totally gone, but the high melodrama is now a mere warble. Thanks to my great friends and family.  And a friendly bottle of tequila.  If you haven’t made yourself a caipirinha yet, do.  You’ve been missing out.  It’s now my favorite summer drink, followed closely by my [...]