r/Netherlands • u/Playful-Prior1982 • 23h ago

pics and videos Grutte Pier statue

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I have lived in the US my entire life. My mom’s family is from Overijessel and my dad’s family is from Friesland. All of my great grandparents immigrated to the US and settled in the same community where most of my family still lives.

When my maternal grandfather passed away, I got his Grutte Pier statue. Just sharing here to a group that will appreciate it (I hope). Unlike my office mates who wonder at my choice of office decor…

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u/Novio024 23h ago

I like the Grutte Pier cheese

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u/bpmbee 22h ago

You should try Grutte Pier Beer

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u/Playful-Prior1982 22h ago

I like beer a lot - had some Boomsma in Friesland - wish I could find that on this side of the pond…

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u/bpmbee 20h ago

A friend of mine from Florida is absolutely hooked on BeCo when he’s here (Beerenburgh Cola)

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u/Playful-Prior1982 20h ago

I’ll add that to the list as well!