
Friday, July 10, 2009
Thursday, July 02, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Morning stretch


Last morning in Manhattan, so we headed for Bryant Park for a group yoga lesson (not really...but was fascinated by this phenomenon) and a pinot grigio induced lunch (really) before heading back to Amsterdam on the red eye. That's what we call a power trip,. I didn't even get to mention the great food we ate (Cipriani, Spice Market) and gay pride parties we attended...
Monday, June 29, 2009
Picnic Time



Picnic Salon NYC took place at the New Museum at the Bowery. Inspiring presentations by among others Carolien Gehrels (Deputy Mayor of Amsterdam), Michael B. Johnson (Pixar) and Kevin Slavin (Area/Code). Topped with G-star sponsored cocktails at the terrace, again with spectacular views.
Droog in Soho

Renny Ramakers showed us around in the lovely new Droog Design gallery in Soho. The Rietveld chair is made of Lego, which is very clever. We wanted to buy the tree tunk, but apparently only the bronze chair back rests are for sale. You´d have to cut the tree yourself!
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
The High Line




Our powertrip to New York City was made extra special by our stay at the fabulous Standard Hotel in the meatpacking district. The High Line, 1.5-mile of abandoned elevated railroadtrack turned into a park, runs right through it. What a magnificant project! Serenely peaceful, lush and green landscapes mixing with wood and steel, fantastic views over the city and the Hudson river... New Yorkers make such good use of this stuff!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Gate to another world

Okuribito (Departures) is only playing in six cinemas across the country, which is a shame because it is a rightful Oscar-winner. I was really touched by the slow deliberate death rituals which offer comfort and solace to surviving loved ones. And, believe it or not, it was funny at times as well! Great performances by all, especially by Yamazaki (whom I loved in Tampopo!). Go see it if you can!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Sunday, June 07, 2009
We sing America!

Froana and I are really getting into the spirit at the 'I sing America"-poetry festival along Leiden's street canals.
Monday, June 01, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
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