We loved Maastricht so much we decided to plan a boys’ and girls’ weekend!
My best translation or close to…
My GOD, how beautiful it is here in Maastricht. This is why Melinda and Terri chose to spend a long, sunny weekend here. It is the most scenic harbor yet! For almost 20 years, Lutz and his “man friends” spent the first week of May together. Usually, they head to south France to enjoy the sun and wine, but this year, they chose to head for the boat and toured Belgium with rain and beer. They did a four-lock tour around Maastricht. Those who know Lutz and Melinda know we always eat culinary food! Therefore, fresh-made french fries, salmon, and farm-bought spargel headed the list of preferred dinners!
I'm Melinda Stevens and living the life of a beach bum was inevitable since my father was a lifeguard for the city of Los Angeles. My memories of growing up on John Street in Manhattan Beach, California were filled with joy, excitement and adventures; until my world, as I knew it, fell apart when we moved to Del Mar, California. My father was offered the position as Captain of the lifeguards and we started the slow migration to the small deserted stretch of beach in 1963. At twelve years old, this seemed like the end of my life. Remember, I’m writing with clear hindsight now, ok somewhat clearer… Little did I know this would be the beginning of a new journey and give a bit more clarity to many of the events that led me to this new cooking adventure.