Tues 1st Dec - Arrived in the Netherlands at 11.30am (saw a paddock beside the motorway enroute that was part of Germany!). Met Marjolein's mother who had made salad rolls for lunch. Had a chat, exchanged some gifts and then had some homemade cake - YUM!Then her father piled us all in the van and took us sightseeing. Went to a very large American War Cemetery - 8000+ graves. Finished the day off by taking us out to a GREEK restaurant for dinner, then drove us back to our hotel in Brussels, but not before giving us all some more gifts - wonderful friendly people. Weds 2nd Dec - Had a sleep in, then did a bit more shopping! Found a nice cafe and had waffles,strawberries, ice cream & cream for lunch. Sorted out our suitcases
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