Cheerio from London
I‚Äôve been here one full day and it‚Äôs been a whirlwind of work and play. I‚Äôve already been on the train and I rode the tube (the underground)…learned the hard way to wear my rain jacket and carry my brolly (umbrella) wherever I go London weather has a way of changing with no notice. It was like three seasons in one day.
I‚Äôve seen so much, it‚Äôs hard to put it all in one entry. The tube was quite an experience. Pubs (short for Public Houses) are the standard here…one or two on every corner. They are lively places where you meet with your mates, have a pint and enjoy conversation. The managers of the two that I met are really down to earth and friendly.
‚Ä®London really feels like home, alot. Cobblestone streets and winding alleys remind me a lot of the Shockoe Bottom and the Fan District. The pubs are a lot like Joe‚Äôs Inn and Longstreets (only much more cosy). The ale is good…really good.
I‚Äôm off now to go riding at 6 am in Hyde Park and watch HM Royal Guard do their practice sessions with the cavalry in preparation for some big parade coming up. Should be an adventure. Check out the first wave of pics… TT
