Month: March 2026

The American Discount Book Center on the Kalverstraat in the 1980s.

There I am standing exactly in the center of the group surrounded by happy friends. Me with my hands in my pocket gazing off into the distance wondering what life will bring me next. Back then I was in my early twenties with a whole lifetime ahead of me. A fleeting snapshot of time forever etched into the annals of world history.

Looks like the kind folks at KPN Rotterdam would like me to stay on a bit longer in order to help them finish of an important project, meaning that my contract will more than likely be extended until the end of the year.

I remain eager to enjoy the wonderful world of lazy retirement, but I still prize my intellectual capacity high enough, that I will continue to enjoy working with a team and solving mental challenges just a little bit longer.

I feel honored and privileged to have this opportunity, and it makes me feel special having them appreciate my work and skills.

I decided to pursue yet another new challenge in life. Something fun and interesting to keep the old brain gears oiled and running smoothly.