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Five stars
A few years ago my friend Beatrijs* really had to take a break. Alone, without her children, she went to a Five Star Resort (her own words) for 6 weeks…
If I can do it, so can you
It's just getting to be. Not drinking, I'm used to it by now. Of course: on the weekend I do feel like a glass of wine every now and then. But…
Monique: The Reptilian Brain
Drinking is the new smoking. More and more we are being rubbed under the nose that alcohol is really very bad for you. First you were 'allowed' 14 units per week…
Gerb de Column Writer: Intense drink
“After the first glass, you see things the way you want to see them. After the second glass you see things as they are not and after the third…
Tea for every moment
Tea sommelier Barbara Veldhuizen gives tips for tea for every moment of the day for every mood. Tea has an infinite variety. From the purest tea to surprising blends.…
Sports and alcohol
A familiar image. Beers on the bar in the sports canteen after the exciting game. Athletes and supporters talking loudly; the third half in which the commentary is to be held, the victory…
Harmke on holiday: We don't drink alcohol
For the second time this year I participate in IkPas. I also didn't drink any alcohol in between. Much to my own surprise, I had no qualms about…
IPass playlist
Listen to the IkPas playlist. Music submitted by participants of IkPas. Music that those who put their alcohol consumption on hold find appropriate to the campaign. Songs to get the courage in…
Caecil: Toast or stun
For today I had prepared myself for my weekly blog for Ik Pas; I had chosen my subject, I had simmered on it and devised storylines for it. On the…
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