I did, however make the best of my last day in London. A walk down the Shad Thames to the Design Museum, which was as always, Awesome. (another book was purchased). Then I met up with Garnet, and we took a stroll down the river walk, past the tower bridge and the london bridge. We checked out the Boroughs Market which puts my beloved St. Norbert to shame. Garnet treated me to the best cup of hot chocolate on the face of the earth (seriously, heaven).
We kept walking and catching up, and came across the Tate Modern, and had a tour of the gallery. We then walked some more, and then across the river to Sommerset House where we met up with Garnet's girl and her friend for a chat in the courtyard. A really beautiful day, with a great visit.
Living in Winnipeg, I rarely walk anywhere, even if it is a few blocks. It's certainly something that I love about Large cities, the fact that there are people on the street, moving from one community pocket to another, being outside, with your neighbours. It seems to me in Winnipeg whenever we go out it is a drive to a destination, and then drive home. The stumbled upon treasures are few and far between, as is running into people on the street. I know this is certainly not true of everyone, especially in Osborne village, but I believe it to be true of us suburbanites. Despite my tired feet, it is something that I will miss when I leave. It also helps to have a decent public transportation system...
Yesterday I managed to wrangle a ticket to Billy Elliot, which I went to tonight. It was INCREDIBLE! I am not normally a fan of musicals, but when it is done right, wow. I loved the movie so much, that I thought that I would try-out the West End Musical. The T-Rex sound track was dropped for something more narrative (written by Elton John), but I didn't even care! I cried, like, 5 times. The boy who played billy tonight, had his last show, and he is off to open the Broadway version of the show. So if you are near New York I would HIGHLY recommend it.
Fantastic!
I'm going to go and soak these tired feet (I swear we walked for 3 hours straight today).
The adventure continues tomorrow in Sommerset!
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I am laughing out loud at the fact that Sky's not "allowed" to read Typographic Systems until she's old enough to drive. Dude, you're such a no-fun.
Super pleased to hear that you've arrived safe and appreciate that you are staying away from all "bomb" situations... Yikes.
Try driving on the left for me, 'kay?
Have fun - talkin' soon,
Wendy
Sore feet? Nah - I don't believe that. I have traveled with you from Tokyo to San Fran and have never heard you complain about that...
8-)
My eyes are tired as I read this entry and I had to reread the sentence in which you tried out the musical because I had the zany thought that maybe you were going to try out for a show. Audition whilst you can Kdog!!! Enjoy the wind caution! I need sleep. Hope your tootsies are relieved. Out.
hey KB - not sure where you are checking messages, so gotta use the comments... You know Sam Posnick from the Manitoba Museum, right? I am presenting to him tomorrow... any info you could share on him?
maybe email me or facebook message or something...
Three hours and yer tired? Lightweight!
Jeope - That does not count the 3 hours prior to our walk that I had spend walking to the gallery, and walking around the gallery. But I did stop on the south bank for a coffee in between those 2. The 10 mile, 3 hour walk with Garnet was without break. Plus, I'm totally reliant on my car. There is no way I'd walk 10 miles in Winnipeg.
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