Author Archives: TheJessicaness

A Very Gouda Day

Posted on April 30, 2026 by TheJessicaness

I have the same breakfast as yesterday, put my Kindle in my bag, and we (just Caleb and I) are out the door. Caleb runs back to the house and has to be let in to get his headphones for … Continue reading →

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Utrecht on Dinsdag

Posted on April 29, 2026 by TheJessicaness

I wake up congested and add milk to my coffee so I can drink it faster while I eat a banana and some yogurt with blueberries. Caleb has our transportation route ready. We grab our bags, say our see-you-laters, and … Continue reading →

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Zuiderzee Museum

Posted on April 28, 2026 by TheJessicaness

I’m up early this morning, so I read a bit of Walking Home before joining everyone for a varied breakfast downstairs. I get to try semolina porridge (griesmeel pap), which is a high-protein alternative to oat yogurt, which has more … Continue reading →

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Orange Crowns and Yellow Curves

Posted on April 27, 2026 by TheJessicaness

We’re up early this morning, and I’m treated to a krentenbollen (raisin/currant bun) that dates back to the 1600s and is commonly eaten with butter, cheese, or sugar — the Dutch staples. I have a banana as well, not knowing … Continue reading →

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Zondag in Utrecht

Posted on April 26, 2026 by TheJessicaness

I woke in the middle of the night with a cough that Gert commented on, “Don’t smoke,” while we were downstairs, so I know I’m doing it more frequently. I’m still up over an hour later, so I take some … Continue reading →

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