Reunion

We already have quite a few registrations for the reunion on October 10. But we still miss the reactions of a number of our cousins. Register @ hildaenrudy@schoonveld.nl. I have already had a mini reunion with two cousins. Every few…

Aunt Anita

Dear Family,Hello from Michigan.  It’s been 8 months since Auke passed away.  My life has changed as I’m sure you all know.  Auke called Tante Ynskje often and would hear the family news and tell you about our news.  My…

Family reunion Groningen

Dear family, On Friday afternoon, October 10, 2025, it is finally time for something we have been waiting for far too long: a family reunion in Groningen! It promises to be an afternoon full of warmth, joy and special memories.…

Freedom

Cousin Auke Plas, a lifelong resident of Groningen, recently moved from his apartment in Helpman to a colorful monumental house in Warffum, built in 1930. Seeking more freedom and space, he appreciates the tranquility of the Hogeland, fondly recalling its beauty from his working days while enjoying the friendly community.

Prepper

What do you need to be prepared for an emergency? Soup? Candles? Toilet paper?In this cheerful parody of Emergency Exit by Het Goede Doel, Jan Peter Smit and colleagues from Driefzand assess the situation. With a big wink to the…

Peace and sun

After retirement, most family members continue to live where they lived during their working lives. But some decided to move afterwards. Sometimes close by and sometimes far away. Why? Piet (from Jo and Fokje) and Julie moved 10 years ago…

Dogs

As I was playing with our dog Beke along the Boterdiep in Beijum in the early 80s, I was suddenly shouted at by a cyclist from the other side of the canal“Animal abuser!” I looked up, disturbed. It was Uncle…

Cooking lesson for men

Men from previous generations of Schoonveld are not known for experimenting with food. The anecdote goes that Grandpa Willem stayed with us on Ameland. He was used to getting brown beans on Mondays. My mother was not averse to teasing…