Holland: Alec's and Talia's wedding

Yes, I am thankful for two things: unbelievably cool friends who love throwing house parties, and years of pent-up frequent flier miles. And I may have a new favorite country.
Pictured: Paul, Rebecca (of the dazzling blue eyes), the blushing bride, Rachel, ?, the hubby, Viola, and Grant.
Kayaking in Waterland.

Can you say "bucolic?"
Storm on the Dutch coast

Brunch in the courtyard of a cottage called "Snabbeltje."

Every morning a resplendent cock pheasant paraded around this spot. Later we drank Absinthe there and pretended to be Byron and Shelley.
Pictured: Marlies, Viola, yours truly, JB, and Grant.
Sunset in the dunes of Schiermonnikoog
