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Amsterdam

***I personally don't indulge in "soothing weed" but the Dutch and many others certainly do*** Amsterdam Dynamic charm along many contradictions encompass Amsterdam House boats festoon canal while tenants toast wine and love Edam True blue blonds cranking bikes synchronize pace crossing a bridge Stoned laird hears enlightened souls chant verse perched on ledge Safe from surging water churches dominate rooftops ogling a tram Finely carved architecture tower above bars serving eggs and ham Cafes offer soothing weed dazzling each mortal with such privilege Fueling dreams of nirvana minds invoke desire to sharpen its edge Penned: 06/16/2017 12:34 a.m. Aboard cruise liner: Vision Of The Seas Docked in Amsterdam, Holland

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Valsa George

Date: 2/19/2022 4:17:00 AM

When I think of Netherlands, I feel so sorry ! Amsterdam , its capital with such rich architectural and cultural heritage will no more be in the map after a few decades with global warming ! How ingeniously the people there adapt themselves to the rising levels of water ! Enjoyed your view of this city from your cruise ship .

Anselmo Boles
Date: 3/9/2022 11:07:00 AM

It's a beautifully country Valsa, I hope they'll find a way how to avert flooding and whatever they need to do to protect themselves and their native land. Thank you for your wise insight!...ab

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/19/2021 6:12:00 PM

MMMA = Mixed Message Martial Arts OR it could= Mixed Mad Marijuana Artists. Smiles, gw

Anselmo Boles
Date: 8/19/2021 7:58:00 PM

With my own eyes, I saw them puff--and inhale deep! Lol. Na-ah, I didn't visit the "Red District" more than once, and only as an observer. Keep smiling Gershon...ab