An interesting discussion about Dutch culture

http://forum.expatica.com/Social-Issue-t111763.html

I know I will spend 2 years in the Netherlands, so I read some discussions about Dutch culture. This link is about how Dutch people make friends with people from other countries.

Recent reading

I tried to read “The Declaration of Independence,” which is a masterpiece in American history. Though there is Chinese translation, I skip it and read it in English.
It’s a simple, straightforward and strong statement that make readers understand its goal towards justice, and equality.

Inauguration of Obama

I watcched the video of the inauguration and the address of Obama on YouTube. The speech was impressive and touching.

Here is the text.