Well, I've finally made it to London. LDN. It's been a childhood dream of mine to go to London, and I was finally able to get there. And it wasn't a let down. Its safe to say that as I was packing, I had the song London Calling by The Clash on repeat (link above. go. ) Not really sure why, it might be because all I could think about was that clip in What A Girl Wants where Daphne rides the double decker and the song is playing, or because it legit came onto my ipod. But at any rate, lets get to the good stuff.
After class ended at 10, Bianca, Chris, Jamie, Alex and I went to Swansea Train station and 3 hours later we arrived at London Paddington (no signs of Paddington Bear to be found, sadly) and set off on our day adventure. We saw Buckingham Palace, better known as my future residence, and took many pictures. A highlight was when we found a couple from North Carolina, the same place that Alex is from! We then walked to Hyde Park and St. James Park, where we fell in love with the wildlife. I instantly bonded with a goose, who, yes was only using me for food, but still. It was an instant friendship. Bianca met a squirrel who seriously jumped up on her lap. Precious. After a brief and enjoyable lunch, we went to Harrods. My dream come true. I have been in love with Harrods since I found out about Princess Diana and her love for Harrods (the store and the owner's son), so basically since I was 5. I spent 2 hours in there, and could easily have spent a whole day. It was pure magic. Naturally, I forgot all about my budget and bought things that I could not live without. (One was a present, so that doesn't count.) Words cannot describe Harrods, so check the pictures to come. Next up was walking to the Globe Theater, taking pictures, and eating at this fantastic Turkish restaurant Tas Pide. It probably is in my top 10 best restaurants list. The night ended with a stride across the Millenium Bridge and dealing with the underground to get from Victoria to Gatwick. Be proud. I get lost in my hometown (often) but have to yet get lost in the UK. Just another sign I need to move here.
Since I was sadly unable to tour Buckingham and the Tower, Allison and I are coming back to London. I'm sure we can talk Cristen into coming just by saying that she could see in person designer gowns. Or show pictures of the chocolate room. London was a fantastic trip, and I can't wait to go back again. London=Love.
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