Self-Portrait

doing a self-portrait was suggested here. This is a photo of my sister and me last monday afternoon in the park near to my house. Lately we are told we look alike more and more. The book on my lap is (translated) 'the question for creativity'. I used it in a thesis several years ago. Now I'm reading it with new eyes.

Corner View: 'At the end of my street'

At the end of my street, is the beginning of a journey.

One of the many things I like about my street.

Walk of Liberty

Yesterday it was 'Liberation Day' here . May 1945 was the end of world war II in the Netherlands. Freedom. So good to not take it for granted. The stories of my grandparents are still in the back of my mind. To give it a broader meanig the day is also called 'day of freedom'. Being free is not just to 'not live in war. For me it's also being free from expectations, being free to express yourself, being free from worries and so on. So when I felt those expectations and worries pressing on my shoulder yesterday evening, I decided to take a little liberty walk. The sun was shining, the flags were still hanging and I felt.. free.

Orange

Dear Queen,

You're at home and tired now. And probably relieved that everything went well . I just wanted to say (since we didn't get the chance to talk today) Happy Birthday and to thank you for inviting us to your party. wasn't it great how everybody sticked to the dresscode ? The day off was a big treat and we had a great day. Good night dear queen, may God bless you.

Yours sincerely,

Anna

Everchanging

painting in the middle: Cuyp, 1620-1691, The Maas at Dordrecht)

Dutch skies used to be famous with painters , and I must say I can understand why.