Another member of our group who happens to live in the same building as I. Darshana (PhD student in veterinary sciences from South Africa) was always ready with a smile.

I joined an ING excursion to the Postel Abbey located in Mol, Belgium, on Saturday, 23 February. We toured the abbey and sampled the Postel cheese and Postel beer. Then, we visited a small village, Eersel, Netherlands for a walk around the center.

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Sean Leather > We arrived outside the Postel Abbey and had "coffee" at a cafe called Gasthof de Beiaard. Actually, I had hot chocolate, but the idea is the same.

Sean Leather > Most of the people here were part of our group. When we walked in, our leader (the guy standing on the left) asked for "48 coffees." I think he got a funny look from the hostess in return.

Sean Leather > At my table sat Ping (postdoc in meterology from China) and Rodrigo (PhD student in computer science from Argentina) and...

Sean Leather > Also at my table sat Florentina (postdoc from Romania).

Sean Leather > At another table sat Max (postdoc in chemistry from France) and Melinda (international relations specialist from America).

Sean Leather > A sign outside the cafe pointing to nearby things.

Sean Leather > A canal outside the Abbey.

Sean Leather > The dashing Rodrigo did not pose for this shot. Seriously. This was completely candid.

Sean Leather > Another member of our group who happens to live in the same building as I. Darshana (PhD student in veterinary sciences from South Africa) was always ready with a smile.

Another member of our group who happens to live in the same building as I. Darshana (PhD student in veterinary sciences from South Africa) was always ready with a smile.