Fortunately our holidays aren’t over, but the Dutch ones are. This means that the waterways are back to “normal” and moorings are easy to find. It helps that the weather is not that great either. We have had thunder and lightning, heavy rain and strong winds, as well as just some sun and grey skies. Not to cold but not hot either. Yesterday we finally left Roermond, it was beginning to feel like home – the birds were starting to get names. 
This family was a regular visitor and yes, they are black swans. Apparently one pair showed up about 5 years ago (someone brought them from Australia) and now there are about 50 pairs in the Roermond area.
Our trip to Maastricht was somewhat dull, along the Julianakanal that bypasses the Maas and is full of big barges and includes two large locks. It was very windy which always ma
kes me nervous but we had no mishaps. We chose to stay in the marina in town instead of the free moorings between the bridges as it’s easier for the dogs and nice for us looking out at the cafes and old warehouses. Terry just got back from shopping saying it is like a little Paris, and it is…. and a lot easier to get around.
The Driessens drove down from Roermond and we had a fun dinner together at an eclectic placed call Cafe Sjieke, all types of people and good food too. More strong wind forecast for tomorrow so we may head off Friday for Liege.
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