Rain, Rain, Go Away

Hey there Internet friends,

It has been a great few weeks up in London. The sun teased us a few times, which made us want spring to come faster. On one of these sunny days, Tavia and I went to the Orangery, a teahouse in Kensington Gardens. I think I might adopt this idea of afternoon tea and scones out in the sun. It was perfect!

When in London...

Sadly, the sun went away just as London Fashion week started. There was quite the buzz going around London with all the celebrities strutting about. Of course the day I got sick was the day that there was a Burberry show in Hyde Park, literally a stone’s throw from my apartment. My sister was not happy with me when I told her the news. I redeemed myself by getting tickets for a fashion show a few days later when I was feeling better. The best part? All the freebies!

Just at London Fashion Week. No big deal.

Last week we visited Canterbury. Situated in this little town were the remains on an old castle and the most beautiful cathedral. If there’s one thing I wish the States had that Europe has, it would be all of these ancient churches. They’re nothing less than breathtaking. Added bonus, we met some Mormon missionaries while we were here! One of them was from Singapore, which made me a little homesick for my days spent in the Philippines.

Canterbury Castle

Canterbury Cathedral

Saturday we took a guided tour of Parliament, also known as the Westminster Palace. No pictures were allowed, so I have nothing to show for it. All I can say is that I fell in love with the details. So many little intricate details! You can sit in on the House of Commons, which I think I might do one of these days. Apparently you can lobby with MP’s in the hallways before or boo and hiss if an MP makes a comment you don’t agree with!

After Parliament we took a river cruise down to Greenwich. I had been there a few weeks earlier when my parents visited, but the weather was much more enjoyable the second time around. Greenwich is the ultimate Saturday destination with markets, museums, and most importantly SUN. We briefly visited the Maritime museum, straddled the Prime Meridian, and strolled through the market.

2 friends, 2 hemispheres. Prime Meridian.

Next week we make the 8-hour coach ride to Scotland. I’m not excited about the length of time it will take the get there, but I can’t wait to get my hands on a little bit of my heritage. I’ve got a wee bit of Scott in me you see. Stay tuned for pictures of my great Scottish adventure!

Love,

Courtney