Filipina Now a Dutch Citizen

My journey in getting a dutch citizenship started two years ago when I decided to get one.  It was after all the hassle I've been through trying to get a visa for me just to visit the family of my husband in Great Britain.  

First thing I did is to make an appointment with the Gementee.  They will then inform you about the process such as what you need to bring and of course how much your going to pay for it.  So, what are the required documents to get or qualify as a dutch citizen? These are the documents needed.  My birth certificate, married certificate, passport, resident permit and my A2 certificate for passing the inburgering exam.

They will thoroughly check every thing and could take from eight months to a year depending on the King's availability.  Why? because it needed to be sign by Him.  For more information, click here.  So my application took nine months but every thing was worth it.  I got a letter saying that it was approved and I just needed to do one thing to complete the requirements which is to be present in the ceremony. 

Special thanks to my family especially to my husband for all the support.  Finally, we can go to Great Britain with no more hassle.

(finger foods served after the ceremony)

Omaha Beach

Omaha commonly known as Omaha Beach was the code name for one of the five sectors of the Allied invasion of German-occupied France in the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944, during World War II.  Here are some of the photos I took when I was there.  There are also amazing restaurants around the area which serves mussels and fresh oysters.  If your in Normandy and would like to go to the beach, Omaha beach is the place to be.

Wheat Raclette

Reminiscing this healthy breakfast I had when we were in Normandy, France. If you look closely, 

it has a sunny side up egg in the center and the raclette is thin made of wheat flour similar to a tortilla (that is why i think the color is brown) folded on the sides to make a square shape.  You can ask if you want  it with salad or just the plain raclette what you see in the photo below.  Asking price is 4,75eu. So, don't forget to try this out when you are in Normandy.

Limited Edition Loreal Paris X Balmain

Loreal Paris recently release there newest collection in the collaboration with Balmain Paris.  This is the limited edition of Riche Lipstick Collection.  It has 12 beautiful bold shades to choose from.  The lipstick retails at 14,95eu which I think is quite expensive for a drugstore lipstick.  

You can check out my first impression, wear test and review about this lipstick on my youtube channel.  Just type It's Yen or click here.

The Best Seafood Pasta

I keep on thinking about this seafood pasta dish that I had a month ago when we were in Aromanches Normandy for a short trip.  I wanted to recreate this one or rather find an Italian restaurant that serves a seafood pasta dish and try it myself to satisfy my cravings.  This dish has a creamy white sauce with mixed seafood such as mussels, shrimps, squid and scallops.  It was just so perfect!

Essence Eyebrow Pen Marker

Essence Cosmetics has released there new products again and one of them caught my eyes!  It was like love at first sight!  This new brow pen marker is a must have.  I was hesitant at first but because the price was very affordable for a retail price of 2,99eu made me decide to buy it.  So, if you want to know my first impressions about this product, you can watch it in my Youtube Channel, It's Yen or click here.

https://youtu.be/BDPlTJjMbXM

My Canal Gay Parade Experience in Amsterdam

What is your stand about the homosexuals in our community?  Are you open with it or are you against it?  Since I grew up in a Catholic country, homosexuals such as gays, lesbians, transgender and bisexual are not accepted until now.  They were looked down and discriminated by our fellow countrymen. But in the Netherlands, Amsterdam is among the first cities with an extensive and open gay scene.  It is famous for its tolerant and open atmosphere.  

I had the opportunity to witness with my own eyes the biggest event of the homosexuals in the Netherlands. The Gay Pride is celebrated every last week of July and the first week of August since 1996.  The said parade was joined by 80 boats of different gay and lesbian organizations including the locals of Amsterdam.

 Here are some of the highlights of the Canal Parade in Amsterdam.

Pink is the color of the day :)

It was a heart warming event for me because I can feel that they are calling for equality so they can live as normal people like every one else. #equality #youareyou

 To watch the whole video of my experience, click here.

Get Ready with Me

Hello everyone! Do you still remember me? I wonder as to where are my blogging squads before. Are they still here blogging? or did they also left blogging like me and also venture to a new one?  I missed you all guys and I missed blogging too. Well, I will have to see it for myself as I go along. For those who are still here and for those who is reading this post at the moment, please hit the comment box and leave me some message.  I would love to hear from you all.

Anyways, I am back guys!  And I am back for good (as always but this time I swear) and I came back and proud to tell you all that I have also started the Youtube World as a vlogger. It's totally much more difficult for me (filming videos and editing) than this but I am enjoying it guys. You can check out my Youtube Channel as It's Yen. And please do not forget to subscribe to my channel to be updated with new videos.

So that's all for tonight guys! Expect that this blog will be up and running again.  See you again soon!