After all the cutting back and scrubbing of last weekend it was time to let go of grumpiness and don a happy face. The best antidote sometimes is to get away from it all.
It's been tricky for the both of us recently to get some time off from work and I'm just glad that we managed to this time. With not much time to plan we headed off somewhere not too far away, in fact only a forty five minute plane ride - Amsterdam.
I've been to this city several times before but it's been twelve years since my last visit and six years of so since Gaz last visited. Despite both being here before, Gaz and I have never visited together and I've almost forgotten how pretty this city is.
It's even prettier than how I remember it to be and it's almost a new experience all over again. This is something I can rarely say about other places.
Here's a few more random scenes we've spotted on our relaxed and aimless walks around the place today:
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| A little plant stall, not bad prices either. Still too early for tulips in bloom though |
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| Charming! |
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| I spot some nice plants there! |
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| A front 'garden' for a residential apartment by the canal, lovely! |
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I don't know why I like this photo, I just do 
Chill out time continues! We'll try to squeeze in a visit to Hortus Botanicus whilst we're in this charming city.
Mark :-)
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Oh wow! Have a great time.
ReplyDeleteCharming scenes, the bike face is so fun. It's a fun city to visit so enjoy your time off, you earned it with that last post!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley! It's a little city with so much to do!
DeleteOne of my favorite cities. It was live at first sight when arrived. The people are so sweet and the city is so clean and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteCouldn't agree more :) even with its hedonistic streak you couldn't deny the elegance of the place
DeleteI can't believe you're visiting somewhere I'm somewhat familiar with! ;) Enjoy the break!
ReplyDeleteGreat minds go to the same places Alan ;)
DeleteEven though I grew up in Europe, I've been away for so long that I tend to forget how quickly you can travel to a completely different place. I'm glad you were able to get away for a few days.
ReplyDeleteSo true Gerhard, completely different world in just an hour :))
DeleteIt's been too many years since I was there. I'm envious!
ReplyDeletePerhaps time to go back Kris? :)
DeleteI´ve never been there but everybody says it's a beautiful city. I can see it is by your pictures :) I'm glad you had some time for vacation!
ReplyDeleteIt's only almost just as quick from Madrid Lisa :)
DeleteGlad you were both able to get away and enjoy a bit of relaxation! You both work so hard and you deserve a respite! Hope you have a great time!
ReplyDeleteThanks Peter! :)
DeleteWhat fun! Thanks for taking us along.
ReplyDeleteA pleasure Loree! Kind of reminds me of Portland too as the family we were sat with on our way to yours last year were just coming back from here.
DeleteGood for you for taking a break! I love Amsterdam, and seeing your photos makes me realize how much I miss brick buildings - and biking as a cultural trait rather than a geared up subculture. Feeling a bit divided at the moment...
ReplyDeleteMight be time to explore the idea of going back to the old continent again Anna? :)
Delete31 years ago last week I was there on my honeymoon *goes misty eyed* :) Have a fab time!
ReplyDeleteOh my, that's cool to know Michelle! Perhaps time to visit again soon :))
DeleteI've heard so much about Amsterdam...nice to get this mini-tour.
ReplyDeleteYou'll love this city Ricki :)
DeleteHow lovely, when you see pics of Amsterdam you rarely see plants other than tulips. A lovely trip thanks for sharing x
ReplyDeleteA pleasure Libby :)
DeleteA lovely place. Years ago I went there and sampled lots of the delights not seen in any other European city.
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