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From city slicker to countryside dweller: a family's journey

On leaving the hustle and bustle of city living

Nov. 1, 2022 -

This month marked "the big move": relocating my family from Amsterdam to Noord-Limburg's countryside. Motivated by my wife's longing for her roots and our desire for space, the timing felt right. As our oldest child neared four years and primary school, we considered embracing the countryside lifestyle. Would trading Amsterdam's bustle for a new pace be rewarding? Read on!

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Experience the thrill of Amsterdam's vibrant nightlife, all within reach of your bike!
Experience the thrill of Amsterdam's vibrant nightlife, all within reach of your bike!
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Making new friends... the rural way!
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Dude, where are my wheels?!
Wandering the wild on a frosty morn at daybreak
Wandering the wild on a frosty morn at daybreak
Moving to Limburg: pack your life in a box and hope it doesn't break!
Moving to Limburg: pack your life in a box and hope it doesn't break!
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The train station is like a teleporter that beams me right into the city - I'm basically a modern-day Star Trek character

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