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This is the birthday card I made for a former colleague, Bert.
He became the very proud father of Arno - 2 weeks ago.
Back then, somehow, I was convinced they would have a little girl …

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Yes, it’s been really quiet over here.
That’s because I recently stopped at my previous job and started working as a independant for my own firm, Code d’Or together with my colleague Frank. When checking the site you shouldn’t pay attention to the design, since we are working on a brand new sexy one. (I always find it easier to make designs for other people. When I have to start making stuff for myself - I’m never happy with the final result … Anyway, we will get there some day ..)
I still have a lot of paperwork to do for the independancy - but I feel as reborn and have a lot of energy.
Strange what some decisions can do to you …

Besides timemachine which works fine as well - I found this free application, called iBackup.
You can choose exactly what you want to backup at a specific place.
Yes, only for mac - since I’m a huge mac fan …

Interesting reading on wired.com.

I should add this on my wishlist …

A + R is a online design shop, which is also based in LA.
I found some cool stuff on their website I wouldn’t mind having at home…

For instance this frame with grass to hang on your wall …

or these very kitsch curtains

or maybe this hub ..

From now on I’m happily married to Ekmi …
I’m so happy Imke organised everything so well.
I was truly nervous about it - but everything went very smoothly.
Nice food, nice location, … and of course a big thank you to Clo as well - for making this all happen.