Jacoba 1928-2014
Driefzand Memorial Song: Reflections by Jan Peter on his Father
Driefzand’s new single is a personal and emotional tribute coinciding with what would have been Jan Peter’s father’s 100th birthday. The song reflects on his turbulent life and emotional struggles. Accompanied by visuals from a photo album and footage of Enumatil and Zuidwolde, the piece encourages listeners to engage with its lyrics.
Cereal for the Schoonveld kids in the 1930’s
Molenaars Kindermeel is part of the broader history of baby food products in the Netherlands, but its specific history isn’t as widely documented as some other
In love with Croatia
Cousin Lysbeth Antuma-Smit moved with her husband to Croatia in 2017. Here is Lysbeth’s story. Why Croatia? Our love for this country arose when Pier
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
Sisters-in-law
A tribute to her sisters in law written by Tante Elly. It was probably read by her for the birthdays of Tante Co and Tante Bouk (Betty)
Birthdays
In the Schoonveld family, birthdays were always very important. Uncles and aunts would gather at the birthday party – the living rooms were usually not
German raid April 1944
On April 22, 1944, Heero Smit’s life was turned upside down when he was arrested during a raid by the German occupiers. His story of fear, hardship, and eventual liberation is a poignant testimony of World War II. From the horrors of Amersfoort camp to the harsh journey back to the Netherlands, his experiences serve as a powerful reminder of human resilience. Jan Peter Smit, his son, relives this journey in an impressive hike from Mascherode to Venlo.
Don’t we talk Grunnegs?
Disappointment It was a bit of a disappointment for cousin Jan Peter. The three cousins, Betty and Hilda and Rudy looked a bit surprised as
