Christmas Magic
2024 Wageningen Kerstmarkt showed me the true meaning of community and support. It was a day I will never forget.
The day before the market, I discovered that my stall had been placed in a small alley with very little foot traffic. To make things worse, the weather forecast predicted cold and rainy conditions. I felt a wave of disappointment. After spending an entire week baking and preparing for the event, it seemed like all my hard work would go unnoticed.
But instead of giving in to those feelings, I decided to take action. I reached out to people I knew ā local entrepreneurs, members of the communities Iām part of, friends, and even acquaintances. I also posted on social media, asking for help to let people know about my stall. It was a simple request, but the response was incredible.
On the day of the market, my friends came early to support me. They helped set up the stall, assisted with selling the baked goods, and even put up a small sign at the main road to direct visitors to my location. As customers started to arrive, something amazing happened ā they began telling their friends about my stall. Some even shared posts about it on social media.
Despite the challenging location and the gloomy weather, I sold out by the end of the day. This would not have been possible without the kindness and effort of so many people. I was deeply moved by the way the Wageningen community came together to support me.
This experience taught me a valuable lesson: even when things seem tough, there is always hope when you ask for help and trust in the goodness of others. The warmth, generosity, and encouragement I received reminded me of how important it is to be part of a caring community.
Looking back, I feel so grateful for everyone who stood by me that day. Their support turned what could have been a difficult situation into one of my most cherished memories.
Thank you, Wageningen, for showing me the power of community.
Picture of my friends. My backbone during Wageningen kerstmarkt. I cannot do it without them š
