Already I have had two visitors in Groningen. A few weeks ago an old friend who I have not seen for two years was passing through, good old Mike. We studied German together in Minneapolis. It was really cool to see him again and meet his girlfriend. The world is a crazy place. Last weekend, another friend of mine from Minneapolis, Herman, also came to Groningen. Herman is actually from Holland and his brother lives in Groningen. It was really cool to see both of them, especially all the way over here in Groningen.
Mike and I eating Oliebollen (translation - oil balls, which is exactly what they are)
I've also been taking advantage of the sports offered at the university. I'm now playing ultimate frisbee every Wednesday night. Last week was the first week and I am already looking forward to frisbee this week. It's a lot of running but I love it!
I've been enjoying the great biking opportunities here in Groningen. I think I mentioned once that Groningen was named best city for bikes; the name really holds true. Besides beautiful biking routes within the city, you can truly get lost in endless flat fields of cows and windmills just outside the city limits
. Windmill that Coraline and I stumbled upon on a biking trip last Sunday
Beyond the city limits
The music scene in Groningen has also been a nice surprise. Every night of the week there is at least some kind of live music in the city. I had the pleasure of seeing Adam Green last week and it was just what I needed. He is from New York and has such a crazy sense of humor. I was feeling a little homesick so it was nice to hear some hilarious American expressions.
Video I took at the concert
I've also been enjoying traditional pancakes! If any of you come to visit, I can guarantee we will be visiting the pannekoekschip (pancake ship). My roommates and I went the other day. My favorite, believe it or not, is banana with cheese. Yum!
Pannekoekschip
2 comments:
Hey Kellie!
Wat fijn om te lezen dat je het zo naar je zin hebt in Groningen! Ik lees altijd je verhalen :) Echt leuk hoe je de dingen precies zo opschrijft zoals je ze beleefd. Deze website heb ik een tijdje geleden van Lydia gekregen, want ik was wel benieuwd hoe je het daar vind. Heel veel plezier nog in Groningen, maar als ik het zo lees komt dat wel goed!
Bye Bye,
Groetjes Kees (Lydia's little brother & the taxidriver ;)
Hi Kellie!
The pancake ship sounds wonderful, and that one pic looks like it could be here in Wisconsin! Mary and I both send our best and are glad you're having such a good time.
Chester
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