So we are coming down to the finals day till Martijn and I are together again. I am so excited to see him again. Long distance relationship are so hard. But I am a small part grateful for the distance, we are so physical with each other. Things seem to be coming together. Martijn moved into our apartment, I was able to give my notice at work. Things are coming together!!! I am so excited to be able to start my life with Martijn. We were talking this morning. He was laying in our new bed and I was so jealous. I want to be there. Its hard when you miss your best friend, the one that completes you. It is so close till we are together.
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| Our new Bed |
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| Martijn's empty room at his parents |
Also this week, Martijn and his family celebrated Sinter Klaas. I'm still not sure what it is but I think I have to experience it first. Sinter Klaas is Santa Claus for us. He comes earlier in December with his little black helpers. Last year when I was on my mission. Martijn sent me a little treat, a chocolate letter "S" and a poem. I made the chocolate into hot chocolate for Sister Jamie Wilhelm and me. Martijn explained to me when they were kids. Sinter klaas would bring toys and Zwarte Piet (Black Peter) brings candy. As they get older, they find out the truth. They make their own gifts for each other. I am excited for this new tradition. I kind of think that Martijn is going to play Sinter Klaas and Zwarte Piet for me next year since it is my first. Which is fine by me. :) I could be totally wrong with my description. But hey its an American trying to explain a Dutch holiday. :)
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| Sinter Klaas with Zwarte Piet |
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| My new sister in law Chelsea and her Beau. |
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| Lucy with her Sinter Klaas gift |
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| Martijn's gift for his Dad |
