Today I went to a much-needed yoga class before heading to the Van Gogh museum and dinner with my sister. Mercedes at The Breathing Space is an excellent teacher. She teaches an Ashtanga-style class and I was dying since I have not been to the gym for over a week! Then it was off on my rusty steed to the Museumplein.
Lovely Mercedes.
Time to reconnect with Van Gogh. Last time I came here was 1997. It’s profound what you gravitate to over time. Like I forgot how moved he was by nature, almost transcendentalist. For him nature was sacred, a place to find solace or regain strength. I really understand that feeling now and liked seeing the paintings of farmers and nature in that context. I always have loved his use of color. Here, his palette.
One of many self-portraits.
When I think of him, this one comes to mind.
One of my favorites. I forgot about this one.
Classic. He basically used three tints of yellow to create this one.
I love the color and energy in this!
Vincent and perhaps a portrait of Theo too. They do not know for sure. I loved seeing their relationship and letters. They were very close! Like me and my beloved sister.
He had huge influence from Japan and collected hundreds of prints. Another fact I forgot.
Then it was time to meet up with my sister. These days are precious and I cherish them. Check out those crookedy buildings.
Time for some nouveau ramen at Men Impossible. This guy makes it all in a small space. Vegan. Tasty. He is a one man show. Deeee-lish.
The evidence. You pick your sauce and starters. It’s as hearty and creamy as mac and cheese but totally vegan. Heaven.
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wow you made that ramen look dang good. great pic!!!
It WAS dang good. If ever any of you are ever in Amsterdam, it’s a casual, fun, delicious experience. <3