Fall has arrived where we live and we both got new shoes to celebrate. I got mine secondhand via a Dutch online marketplace. They’re Shabbies Amsterdam by Fred de la Bretonière Dave ordered his ‘Black’s at Manfield Downside to fall: I’ve got a terrible cold. But my new boots kind of make up for it. … Continue reading »
Category Archives: Everyday life
Beginnings
Hi lovely readers! It’s Jeau, and I’ve got so much to tell you. Let’s start with the not so fun: I’ve lost my job, due to the financial crisis. I worked my ass off for 6 months and then suddenly it was over. It sucks. And that’s all I’ve got to say about that at this moment. There … Continue reading »
Happy birthday mr D!
Yesterday we celebrated David’s 29th birthday. I baked cakes for tea. It was a good day. Happy birthday sweetheart! xo Jeau Continue reading »
beauty / Dainty Kitchen / Everyday life / food / Friends
early on
yesterday morning’s kick-off: cinnamon rolls, made by my friend Lisette. they were absolutely delicious and reminded me of traditional Dutch treats. great for breakfast, enjoyed with a large cuppa. ************************************************************* traveling to work today i saw the world bathed in this beautiful light. a cold morning, fog, a breathtaking sunrise. it will be a beautiful … Continue reading »
happy anniversary
one year ago my best friend took me out to dinner and drinks. later that night we first kissed. it was September 18, 2010. Sunday was September 18, 2011. we had a little afternoon tea date at our favorite place nearby. this is what i wore later i cooked us dinner. roasted chicken with a … Continue reading »
life can be simple…
…with a nice cuppa coffee first i made this latte, placed it on a pretty page of my magazine and took a photo using Instagram. ********************************************************************* i’m looking forward to this weekend. spending time with my <3. tomorrow’s our one year anniversary. can’t believe how fast this year went. at the same time it feels like we’re together … Continue reading »
made my day
yesterday, finding my magazine in the mailbox after a long day at work. and this weird bean sorta thing. it’s supposed to bring good luck. it’s growing and i wonder what it will turn out to be. maybe some sort of flower? what made your day lately? xo Jeau Continue reading »
Welcome home
Two weeks ago David came home from his time in Berlin. We celebrated big time. I organized a surprise party for him! Someone else who came home was Tigrou, aka Fluffy. He stayed at my parents since we went to the States. After that it seemed more convenient if he stayed a while longer, b/c … Continue reading »
Everyday life / Kitteh / Love
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Everyday life / Good / Style
10 bits of awesomeness
I arranged a little wish list. Anybody out there who likes to make wishes come true? Today I got my driver’s license! I passed the test! In the Netherlands getting a driver’s license is slightly different from in the US. At least, that’s what I heard.. I took about 45 1-hour lessons of stick shift car driving and … Continue reading »