The province of Groningen has been inextricably linked to earthquake problems in recent years. Despite the earthquakes, the people in this area are staying put. They don’t consider settling elsewhere. What is it that makes living here so special? With tranquil landscape photographs, atmospheric portraits of the residents and several touching poems, Bo Scheeringa shows us a unique area in all its beauty. The project Ruim Leven (Spacious Living) serves as a counterpart to all the negativity North Groningen has endured. An area that is well worth cherishing and protecting.