We've all been a little confused this past week, because our dearly beloved Westertoren bells have been carted off to be melted down for the war, so we have no idea of the exact time, either night or day.

I know what I want, I have a goal, an opinion, I have a religion and love. Let me be myself and then I am satisfied. I know that I’m a woman, a woman with inward strength and plenty of courage.

Not being able to go outside upsets me more than I can say, and I’m terrified our hiding place will be discovered and that we’ll be shot.

You can get around to meaningful conversations more quickly in the dark than with the sun tickling your face.

I simply can't build my hopes on a foundation of confusion, misery and death... I think... peace and tranquillity will return again.

leave me in peace, let me sleep one night at least without my pillow being wet with tears, my eyes burning and my head throbbing

There's one golden rule to keep before you: laugh about everything and don't bother yourself about the others!