to add: Us Dutchies are not boring or non-passionate, but we do it our way: we chill out and observe, we like to be challenged. We will not easily show ourselves, we keep our thoughts and actions to ourselves and will only show when the going gets tough, then we will show to be the tough who get going. 8)locallass wrote:Sorry, can't resist- they have a section on the Dutch as well. How true is the description Eric?
Dutch Men
The thought of writing an entire chapter on Dutch men made us cringe because there's not a whole heck of a lot to say about these boys. They're not bad guys, they're just boring however much I do criticize my own people, I cannot say my fellow Dutch citizens, or the male part of it, are that boring actually. I would rather say relaxed
Strong points: well-educated, open-minded and kind. Weak points: everything else. Grab a Dutch boy and make him your best friend. If you make him your boyfriend, you're in for some serious frustration. Dutch men don't understand passion, romance or excitement. ayoh... not true lah! Serious, the so called Italian stallion is a wimpy, compared to us Dutchies!
They lack imagination and fail to understand the fine art of present-giving.
Potential Boyfriend Names
AartjenAart
Baartge never heard off...
Baldzo bald
Cornelis-Evert corne or evert, 2 different names
Dietbout ?
Everhard ?
Gerko ?
Hendrik
Maritje-Claasz girlsname
Riian ?
Sofie girls name
Teeuwisse surname
Tekko
Waccar?
Xavius Xavier
Name Pronunciation
We had a tough enough time spelling these names. Your guess on pronunciations is as good as ours.
Four Insights into Dutch Culture
Dutch Dogs
The Dutch treat every living animal well - dogs included.
Dutch Driving
The Dutch are courteous drivers and can most often be found pedaling around courteously on a bicycle. Dutch drivers are a nightmare, agression to the ultimate on the expressways
Dutch Time Telling Abilities
Sure, the Dutch can tell time. They're respectful to appointments and try to be punctual.
Dutch Theft
Most thefts in Holland are committed by the cracked out tourists. Bicycle stealing has become very popular over the years.
Useful Dutch Phrases (He Speaks English Better Than You Do)
What You'll Want To Say: How To Say It:
I don't want to date you. I'm not interested in a relationship right now.
I really don't want to date you. I have a boyfriend at home.
I really, really don't want to date you. Nothing against you: I'm a lesbian.
Dutchies do not date, they just enjoy the scenery
How to Meet Him
The prostitutes in the display windows in the red light district are there for the tourists. You're not going to find a Dutch man there. The coffee shops are there for the tourists as well. Only something crazy like 5% of Dutch people use marijuana on a regular basis, so you're not going to find him there either. Being the nice guy he is, you'll probably find him in a nursing home. He'll be donating his time reading erotic poetry to old ladies.
Tips for the Date
Don't expect your date to come up with some fabulous idea for a night out. Grab your city guide and come up with your own agenda. Bring your wallet because you'll be "going Dutch."
What You Should Know about the Netherlands
Although a Dutch boy won't purposely make you feel bad for being ignorant about his country, feeling bad is inevitable. You'll be intimidated by his perfect English and knowledge about politics. Do you know who the senators from Ohio are? He does. Dutch boys know everything. now you know why I am always discussing here?
We'll tell you a few things about the Netherlands so you won't feel too lame. You'll be a step ahead of the rest of the tourists if you know that marijuana isn't legal. The Dutch signed an international treaty years ago making it illegal, but the Health Officials ran some studies and found it didn't cause insanity, so now they regulate it. Also, the Netherlands was originally swampland. Early settlers dug a bunch of dykes and canals and drained the country, making it livable. There, that should be enough general knowledge for your Dutch boy to pretend he's impressed.
What You Need To Know About Dutch Cities
Amsterdam: It's where the tourists go.
Rotterdam: It's where the tourists who stay more than a few days go.
The Hague: It's where the tourists who are on business go.
Impressing His Mother
His mother is a loving, caring person and she'll like you no matter who you are.
Dutch Girl Competition
Dutch girls are just as nice and ordinary as Dutch boys. Boring and boring don't mix, so the girls are probably out looking for some French guy to blow smoke in their face or some German guy to tell them something isn't possible. So if you're after that Dutch stud, don't worry about any Dutch girls. They're not competing.
When You Want Him to Go Away
When you're ready to leave him, you're going to break his nice, little heart. Be gentle and remember you're ruining him for life.try me!
*seraphim bites tongue and chants to herself*locallass wrote:Dutch Men
Easy darlin, easy...seraphim wrote:*seraphim bites tongue and chants to herself*locallass wrote:Dutch Men
I will not disparage all dutch men because of one bastard, I will not disparage all dutch men because of one bastard, I will not disparage all dutch men because of one bastard, I will not.......
The invitation stands! 8)locallass wrote:Haha Eric.. these pointers are written by two American girls who travelled around Europe and not meant to be taken seriously.
I did laugh however at the description of German men. All my boyfriends are Singaporean Chinese except for an Austrian and a German. Some of the pointers are dead accurate. Well at least for the two guys I dated:
Germans are an uptight breed and they have a rule for every occasion. (My ex boyfriends were absolutely horrified by my serial jay walking )
Did a German say he'll pick you up at 8? He meant 7:59 and 59 seconds and he expects you to be ready.
The phrase "going Dutch" is a misnomer. "Going German" would have been more appropriate. Be sure to bring money because it's likely you'll be splitting the bill. Also, don't expect any romantic frills. There will be no door opening, no pulling your chair out, no letting you order first, no car door holding. You may even take public transportation to get wherever you're going. Germans aren't exactly suave daters.
We advise against asking any questions about your appearance because you may get harsh answers. In fact, you may get harsh answers without asking any questions. If he dislikes the clothes you're wearing, he'll tell you. If he thinks you look fat, he'll tell you.
If you want to give a German guy the cold shoulder, good luck. If you think his sense of humor sucks, wait until you see his people reading skills. He's used to dealing with practical, direct Germans so he's not going to pick up on your desperate subtleties.
Have no idea about the Dutch (only met one in passing- the husband of a friend's friend in some house party) and will be happy to accept your word for it I think the pointers on the Dutch being well-educated, open-minded and highly conversant in English are spot on though
Thanks for offering to buy me beer. Who knows, I may just make it down to one of the gatherings one day
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