Monthly Archive: September 2007

Robodock 2007 15

Robodock 2007

If I told you that I spent the weekend following a fire breathing mechanical horse through a bizarre realm of steam powered music and flaming serpents you might think that I have been taking...

The Unintentional Dutch Question Effect 13

The Unintentional Dutch Question Effect

I have recently noticed a strange phenomenon that happens during the early stages of an expat’s attempt to learn the language of their host country. I have decided to call this phenomenon, ‘The Unintentional...

Dutch Bubble Bath 16

Dutch Bubble Bath

Today I learnt a new Dutch word. The word I have learnt is Schuimbad, which in English means bubble bath. I can not really claim that it is a word that will greatly expand...

London Visit 16

London Visit

After two weeks of visiting friends and family in England I have returned to Holland. During my visit I: – Took part in the English tradition of self inflicted liver damage coursed by the...