Yesterday we went down to Delft and had a good time, despite the wind and rain. We checked the weather beforehand and knew it was supposed to be windy and decided to chance it on the 20% chance of rain. Well, it rained and we didn't exactly plan very well. Audrey and Rachel had hoods, we had forgotten the rain cover for the stroller, and Andy and I had nothing. Oh well, we survived and it was fun exploring Delft. I enjoyed my first made-right-in-front-of-me "super stroop wafel". It was delicious and I even shared some with Andy! When we first got there we came across an antique fire truck having some fun for the kids, no worries they were just using the water from the canal:
The main square in Delft:
We really didn't take a ton of pictures, maybe because of the rain and the wind. Here's the only group shot Andy took:
One of the many streets in Delft:
A wanna-be firefighter:
So, we decided to use the free toilets at the DeNuccis and they gave us more than free use of their toilets. Amy offered to watch our kids while we went to the Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles (Royal Delft Factory and Museum). So, we took her up on her generous offer. At the factory we were taken on a guided tour and were able to see how the pottery is made and see many of their antique pieces.
Not sure how much something like this would cost, but we did see a plate that would just set you back about 2,000 euros...:
Dutch Royalty:
Exploring the factory:
After our tour of Royal Delft Pottery we headed back to the DeNuccis to gather up the kids. They offered to let us eat at their place before we headed home, so we picked up some pizza from around the corner and boy was it a treat - great pizza and company! :) Rachel, Chase, and Talynn were much happier playing with toys than they would have been going to see pottery. Audrey and Bailee enjoyed the tour with us and we are very grateful for the DeNucci's hospitality. Now Allison and I are ready to head down to Delft during a Thursday Market Day - anyone want to join us?
The main square in Delft:We really didn't take a ton of pictures, maybe because of the rain and the wind. Here's the only group shot Andy took:
One of the many streets in Delft:
A wanna-be firefighter:
So, we decided to use the free toilets at the DeNuccis and they gave us more than free use of their toilets. Amy offered to watch our kids while we went to the Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles (Royal Delft Factory and Museum). So, we took her up on her generous offer. At the factory we were taken on a guided tour and were able to see how the pottery is made and see many of their antique pieces.
Not sure how much something like this would cost, but we did see a plate that would just set you back about 2,000 euros...:
Dutch Royalty:
Exploring the factory:
After our tour of Royal Delft Pottery we headed back to the DeNuccis to gather up the kids. They offered to let us eat at their place before we headed home, so we picked up some pizza from around the corner and boy was it a treat - great pizza and company! :) Rachel, Chase, and Talynn were much happier playing with toys than they would have been going to see pottery. Audrey and Bailee enjoyed the tour with us and we are very grateful for the DeNucci's hospitality. Now Allison and I are ready to head down to Delft during a Thursday Market Day - anyone want to join us? 
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