My first day in Amsterdam was quite an adventure. The houses are very close to the central station. I have to take a ferry to get to the north, that enhances the north feeling 🙂
I’ve been assigned a very cute though basic house for the first 3 days. The house I was originally planned in has been led to the former minister of housing Ella Vogelaar. I can understand that I had to make room for her. I’ll be going to another house on Sunday. The house I’m in now has a nature theme, all is green from the artificial grass. And there are birdhouses in my bedroom. It’s very inspiring to be here.
The main drawbacks are: no Internet connection and a flat tire just after I arrived. This gave me a chance to get to know the locals a little, I must say they’re very kind and helpful. Also there is no table so I had to work on the tree trunks that serve as chairs and tables. I worked next door for a bit but it’s more convenient to work where all my stuff is. Now I’ve got a table to work on and I’ve repaired my tire. This afternoon I’ll be going to Anja’s studio to work and use the Internet. I don’t know how people can live without it…
The measuring went well. I only missed a few photo’s and last night I measured till 7 am. The sleeping didn’t go that well. But the bed is fine, I just have to get used to all the new noises and lights.