Well, I made it back from London, oh about a week ago now. It was a great experience. Never being in a city so big before, I was so excited to see and do everything. When I first arrived in London via the Underground (which is an awesome/terrifying experience in itself) I will admit I was a little underwhelmed. Amy and I walked around and eventually came upon Buckingham Palace. It was a nice historical structure, but I was still neutral to the city. However, as soon as the sun began to fade behind the clouds, I started to feel something for London. You just can't beat London at night. Big Ben is shining, the London Eye is all lit up, and the River Thames plays like a mirror for all these sights. We did all of the touristy things like going to Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's, 10 Downing Street and so on. One of my favorite parts though was the Tate Modern. In my twenty one years I have never seen an original piece of artwork. So, in one day to see Picasso, Monet, Pollack and Matisse was something out of a dream for me. I enjoyed London as a tourist, but I am looking more forward to going back for casual walks and shopping! I did not make it to Harrods this time, but I hear the best time to go there is at Christmas, so I guess I will have to do as I am told.
At the start of the week I was feeling a little under the weather. I think a lot of it had to do with my diet as of lately which has been pasties and well anything loaded with carbs, starch or caffeine. I also think that the Underground mutilated my already suffering immune system. The public transportation in London is great. I think it is probably some of the best in the world, but it leaves a lot to be desired in the cleanliness department ,which I guess is to be expected. I will not go into details, but lets just say I hope I never blow anything that color out of my nose again!
Yesterday Amy and I decided that it was time to see some country side. We just walked out of the Uni parking lot and used to rolling green hills as our guide. After about a 3 mile walk, we came across some foot paths. The paths took us through some of the most gorgeous scenery I have ever seen. We got to see cows, sheep, and horses. We even stopped to pet the sheep and horses. I thought we were going to be charged by one of the sheep, he seemed like a testy fellow. We stumbled upon a spot called St. Catherine's Hill, which is one of the first places of settlement in Winchester. Coming down from the hill, we slowly made our way back into the city via a path by the River Itchen. It was a very tranquil experience, and I am glad that I finally got to see the natural side of England.
Classes have been going well. I am making some great friends from all over the world. My first assignment is due in about two weeks, so I should really start on that soon.
My next stop is Edinburgh next weekend. I am very excited for this trip, I think Scotland is just going to take my breath away. The hostel is book, train tickets bought, now the time to leave just has to get here.
Hope everyone has a lovely weekend!
Yesterday Amy and I decided that it was time to see some country side. We just walked out of the Uni parking lot and used to rolling green hills as our guide. After about a 3 mile walk, we came across some foot paths. The paths took us through some of the most gorgeous scenery I have ever seen. We got to see cows, sheep, and horses. We even stopped to pet the sheep and horses. I thought we were going to be charged by one of the sheep, he seemed like a testy fellow. We stumbled upon a spot called St. Catherine's Hill, which is one of the first places of settlement in Winchester. Coming down from the hill, we slowly made our way back into the city via a path by the River Itchen. It was a very tranquil experience, and I am glad that I finally got to see the natural side of England.
Classes have been going well. I am making some great friends from all over the world. My first assignment is due in about two weeks, so I should really start on that soon.
My next stop is Edinburgh next weekend. I am very excited for this trip, I think Scotland is just going to take my breath away. The hostel is book, train tickets bought, now the time to leave just has to get here.
Hope everyone has a lovely weekend!
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Sounds like lots of fun sweetheart! I'm so jealous, I wish I could have been there. I'm glad you're having such a good time. Be sure to keep us posted!
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