mokum
Dutch expat in the USA
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5
About me
Dutch
Lives in Saginaw
Registration: 25 September 2012
Safety in the USA by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in the USA? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
That all depends on what part of the USA. I feel safe in my little corner of small town USA. I rarely lock my house or car, am not at all worried when I hear my front door open while everyone is home already (neighbors, friends walking in) and my 17 ... Read More
American needs in Holland?
I hear you on the ice. I think the idea is us (cheap?) Dutchies feel that when you give us ice, your skimping on the soda since free refills are unheard of too, but duly noted, thanks. Read More
What is normal when moving to Holland for love? by Visje
First off, I love Holland, I'm here because of a wonderful man who I've been blessed to meet, and I don't feel like living anywhere else. However between jobs or lack thereof and learning Dutch, I've found myself very depressed. It would help if I ...
Hi Visje, If you haven't already you should check out/sign up at Internations.com. It's an online expat community that hosts mixers and other social events to bring people in your position in touch with each other. I don't know how active your ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in the Netherlands
I'll give you my top 5 for going back; 1. Amazing work/life balance 2. Stellar education 3. Friendly people once you get to know us (on the surface and in public sometimes we seem a little apprehensive ea. New York). 4. Affordable cost of living 5. ... Read More
American needs in Holland?
Hi all, I am an expat in America, from Holland, looking to move back and start my own business. Import/export, Retail, a restaurant or maybe a combination of the above. In my 16 years in America I have come across a lot that I think my fellow ... Read More