*Welkom* to our blog! We are the 2008 Group Study Exchange team representing Rotary District 7620 which includes Central Maryland and Washington DC. We will be visiting District 1600, located in the southwestern part of the Netherlands as a part of a professional exchange with members from their district. This exchange is a part of the greater goal of the Rotary Club to promote world peace through the exchange of ideas and the understanding of other cultures. District 1600 includes Rotterdam and The Hague, which are the second and third largest cities in the Netherlands, following Amsterdam. We will be in the Netherlands from April 26 through May 24, during which, we will live with host families, give presentations to several Rotary Clubs and visit vocational sites related to our respective professions. Most of all, we will be immersed in Dutch culture and have many wonderful experiences. We hope you will enjoy reading about our experiences and adventures! *Dank u*

Friday, May 2, 2008

Oude (Old) Delft


Lisa and I stayed with Frits and Janny during our week in Delft. They lived in a historic home on one of the canals that ran through the village. We enjoyed our stay here immensely. They both enthusiastically shared the history of their home as well as their village.

At the end of each day, Lisa would laugh as I staggered breathlessly into our room after climbing up two rather steep flights of stairs. Frits never seemed out of breath when he did it!!! I guess that was my cue to get more exercise. Thanks for the inspiration Frits :-)

No comments: