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Tuesday 31 March 2020
Recognition for loyal Defense officer

SAVANETA — The Head of the Logistic Service (HLD) of Marine Barracks Savaneta, First
Class Lieutenant Marjorie Philipsen-Breitenstein, has been awarded the distinguishing
marks for Long-term Service as an Officer (better known as Jeneverkruizen in the Royal
Netherlands Navy).

This was done on Thursday 26 March by the barracks commander Art van Beekhuizen
and in the presence of her family members. The decoration is normally presented an-
nually on December 6, the birthday of King Willem II. In the past people used to give an
extra ear lamb or glass of gin on that day, hence the nickname Jeneverkruis. For that
traditional reason, the decorated soldiers now receive a bottle of gin with their distinc-
tion: the longer the employment as an officer, the older the gin. However, the HLD was
unable to attend in the past year. Despite the developments regarding COVID19, it was
decided to dwell on this in a small circle, the commander and the family; no jenever,
no handshaking congratulations but a pastry and a well-deserved compliment for her
loyal service.q

Positive vibes from our beloved tourists abroad

In these difficult times we would like to reach out to our friends abroad who were sup-
posed to spent their tropical vacation on Aruba or who had to break up their vacation
due to the COVID-19 situation. Aruba Today invites you to send us your picture and
words expressing your memory of our island or your dream vacation for the future.

Take a look at the wonderful pictures we received from our readers these days.

Last but not least: Check out our website and facebook page!
Thank you for supporting our free newspaper, we strive to make you a happy reader
every day again and look forward to have you here with us soon again!q

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I will be back

After 35 consecutive years visiting Aruba, your island
has literally become a “home away from home”.
The beautiful beaches, perfect weather, and warm
friendly island hospitality are truly unique. And the
memories accumulated over the years will never be
forgotten.

To all the friends I’ve made over the years, especially
my friends at the Divi, stay safe, stay healthy, and be
positive. We’re all experiencing a pandemic that
no one currently alive has ever seen. Have faith,
with time and proper precautions this virus will fade
away, and life will once again return to normal.
Meanwhile I wish you all the best and look forward
to returning To your beautiful island next year. “We can't wait to come back next year and dine in all the wonderful restaurants we
didn't get the chance to visit.”
Herb Wydom from Wareham, Massachusetts
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