We met "Sinta Claus" in Aruba last year. Oddly, my kids weren't confused at all. Looks like Santa, but it's Sinta. I totally expected questions. Enjoy Sinta Claus day on the 5th :)
Fabulous photo! I grew up in Northern Germany and Sankt Nikolaus always came on the 6th of Dec. I never could figure out why the date difference. Did you ever get a lump of coal in your shoe instead of goodies? Nah.... I didn't either.
My kids have been telling me that they will get a treat in their shoe from Sankt Nikolaus on Saturday. They are quick to adopt any local customs that might mean more treats.
The story begins like this: A couple of years ago my husband got a crazy notion in his head that returning to school after years in the professional world might be a good idea. So he and I along with our three children left our suburban life in the U.S. and traded it for a new adventure in The Netherlands.
The saga continues like this:
A year of post graduate study was so much fun, we figured we'd stay a while longer. Working in a new field, attending new schools and living in a new city, I dare say we have settled into a rhythm in our expat lives.
This blog is the record I keep of our experiences here; good, bad and hilarious. Intended as an outlet for my expression, this is the place for me to say my something.
We met "Sinta Claus" in Aruba last year. Oddly, my kids weren't confused at all. Looks like Santa, but it's Sinta. I totally expected questions.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy Sinta Claus day on the 5th :)
Love the photo.
ReplyDeleteTimely selection for WW. Wonderful photo.
ReplyDeleteHow interesting...and a beautiful photo!
ReplyDeleteHappy WW!!
What a great photo. I love it. Happy WW!
ReplyDeleteWOW - sort of frightening looking!
ReplyDeleteHow fun ... almost time to celebrate!
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Great shot, I bet the kids are looking forward to a visit!
ReplyDeletedon't know who he is but looks like somebody really special...
ReplyDeleteFabulous photo! I grew up in Northern Germany and Sankt Nikolaus always came on the 6th of Dec. I never could figure out why the date difference.
ReplyDeleteDid you ever get a lump of coal in your shoe instead of goodies? Nah.... I didn't either.
My kids have been telling me that they will get a treat in their shoe from Sankt Nikolaus on Saturday. They are quick to adopt any local customs that might mean more treats.
ReplyDeleteA lovely photo. We have to wait another 3 weeks!
ReplyDeleteAnd what a cool sint he is! Great shot. God bless and may the next two sleeps go speedily by.
ReplyDeleteYou have allways posted here on your blog stories that have fascinated me.
ReplyDeleteThis post is no exception.
It's fabulous.
btw. Sorry for not given comments to your blog in the past Months.
Great photo!
ReplyDeleteOoooh a real Saint Nicholas...never seen in Australia, lovely shot! :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous, rich picture!
ReplyDeletevery great picture
ReplyDeleteThat's a wonderful shot.
ReplyDeleteNow there's a guy who knows how to wear a beard! Great shot.
ReplyDeleteWow...look at that beard!! Great shot. Happy WW:)
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