Farewell dinner hosted by Boelie and Ellen

Judy and I have been lucky over the years to have met interesting people. Some Dutch people have become close friends. Boelie Woelders (real name is Arian) was 19 years old when he first came to our house for a party. Boelie had a relatively wild life when he was younger, but now, a married man, he is the owner of a successful graphic art company. He and Ellen hosted a farewell party in our honor in their home in Oestgeest, outside of Leiden. The chef gives private lessons and also cooks for private parties. We were picked up at six by a taxi and driven to the house. Champagne and "hapjes" were served before we sat down. And then a four course meal was presented, and the chef explained every dish. Finally, coffe and three cakes(baked by Ellen) for the closing and we were taken home by the taxi at about midnight. Patriek and Maria van Dorp were among the guests. What a pleasant evening and an emotional one.