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Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. In this final review of the most surreal year in my life, I look back at a fortunate cultural outing before new lockdowns and a year of heartache which developed into something positive. And as always, I’ve included my complete list of recommendations for films and series!
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Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. This month was mostly spent studying for my Life in the UK Test in preparation for my British citizenship application. Did I pass the test? Find out in this post which also includes my monthly recommendations for films and series!
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Visit the Charles Dickens Museum in London and get an intimate look into the life of this celebrated writer whose works and iconic characters are still a huge influence on today’s language and popular culture 150 years after his death.
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Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. Whilst this year has been mostly characterised by grief and sadness, this month I took my first steps into my healing process. Slowly starting to feel inspired again, today’s blog post includes some of my favourite photos and books from the last month. But also personal reflections and, as always, the list of films and series I’ve watched!
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Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. Whilst normally filled with frequent travels, nowadays my Reflections seem to be more focussed on my mental (un)well-being. In between reading books and watching tons of films, I’ve been struggling to find my place in our current corona-riddled world and frequently wondered what will be left for us to enjoy in the near future.
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Once a month I write my personal review of the previous weeks. August proved to be an eventful month filled with several ‘corona firsts’. Read all about this in my personal reflections which also includes my monthly recommendations for films and series!
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On the last Sunday of the month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. This month I had a strange encounter with a magical creature in the forest, fixed and broke our washing machine and made a decision about the future of ‘Dutch Girl in London’. Finally, I’m sharing the latest updates on my lockdown vegetables and sixpack, and of course my monthly recommendations for films and series!
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Being nearly 2,000 years old, London’s long history has clearly influenced the English language. How many of these English phrases and sayings about London history do you know?
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Steeped in history and intrigue, Whitechapel might be one of London’s most chronicled neighbourhoods. Formerly part of the infamous East End of London, Whitechapel has been home to several famous people. This article reveals the most notable Whitechapel figures and residents, from Jack the Ripper, to James Cook to Vladimir Lenin.
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There’s usually hundreds of fun things to do in London on any given day. But always on the look-out for special insider tips, here are five unique things to do in London on a Sunday only!
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On the last Sunday of the month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. In today’s blog post I talk about mental health during lockdown, share updates on my homegrown tomatoes and my sixpack, and of course my monthly recommendations for films and series!
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Following my list with things to do around Tower Bridge, here’s a your ultimate guide to the best things to do near London Bridge. This London guide covers common questions asked by first-time visitors to London, such as: What is there to do near London Bridge? And: What is near London Bridge Station? Find all the answers here!
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As part of my popular series of funny Dutch sayings and phrases, I’m sharing my 10 favourite Dutch sayings featuring clothing with you here today!
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On the last Sunday of the month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. But what do you write about when one day just seems to blur into the other? Today’s blog post looks back at our birthday parties, the development of my (nearly visible?) sixpack and of course my monthly recommendations for films, series, books and music!
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Being one of the oldest cities in the UK, London is home to numerous historical landmarks. Today we uncover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in London, England. From former royal palaces to botanic gardens, discover the most outstanding London landmarks here.
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