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In Holland we not only have Santa, we have Sinterklaas also.
A very old habit we celebrate in the Netherlands is the birth of the Sint (or Sinterklaas) on december 5th. The old priest, No one knows his age, comes from Spain by boat and brings presents for the sweet ones. The information he needs about the receiver of the presents, do you deserve a present or do you get spanked (imaginary) with a bunch of wooden sticks, this information he has in the big secret book. He got help by man with black faces. They are not genuine black but become black because they bring the presents through the chimney. Can you imagine a priest on a horse with black helpers on a roof? Well, yes, in Holland we can…
Some weeks before dec 5th we put our (wooden) shoes next to the chimney so black Pete can throw a little present into it. Mostly a letter (character) made from chocolate or other sweets.
On Sinterklaas eve, the birthday itself, we buy presents for each other. We wrap the present as a surprise packet and write a teasy rhyme about the receiver. Funny and a little cynical mostly. The giver stays anonymous to the receiver.
So, why do I tell you all this?
Wherever you live..., If you know people who are genuine Dutch, I can guarantee you they would love to receive a typical Dutch chocolate letter and a Sint rhyme in their native language.
Yes, you can
For 20 euros only you can order a rhyme;
I need from you:
Some information about the receiver and your relation with the person. Some habits, familymatters whatever...
His/hers post address.
You pay and I make a personal rhyme and sent it included an original chocolate letter.
Your receiver will be astonished by such a personal thoughtful present.
Be aware that I sent chocolate, if your country doesn’t allow import I can sent something else.
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Tell me about the person, some habits, your relation with the one, his/hers funny mistakes or good deeds. Give me a face and I make them a rhyme they will enjoy
Sent your information to info@mejongstezusje.nl
Jose Alblas
Price rhyme and chocolate present 20 €
Postcharges included
Sent the money to my account on Triodos Bank
IBAN NL06TRIO0786842881
BIC TRIONL2U
To the name of MeJongsteZusje.nl
Jose Alblas
I sent the rhyme and chocolate and you get a copy of the rhyme via email, and the rhyme also translated in your language if possible...
A Sintrhyme to the US?
That will be a succes I guess!
But also in Canada or Spain
The rhyme will bring sunshine all the same...
So, surprise your Dutch dad
I insure you a big smile instead
A thankyou from receiver and from me
Only happy people you will see
 Jose Alblas
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