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The Great London Cabby
It’s rare to get a bad taxi in London. Kate once had one take her and her friends on a bit of a ride to get somewhere close, but by and large London cabbies are great. They’re cheerful, helpful and … Continue reading
Cornish or Devon Cream Tea
While I’m in Penzance I feel the need to mention the debate between Cornwall and Devon over the preparation of a proper cream tea. I wonder if my friends back home even know about putting a scone together? I can’t … Continue reading
Beach Holiday
We are spending the week on holiday in Cornwall. I have never spent any time really at any beaches in England and am not a beach person in general. I grew up as a child spending a lot of time … Continue reading
Local Expressions that I Enjoy
We do share the same language but sometimes it can sound very different. Just as I feel comfortable as a local I am reminded that I am a foreigner. Two of my favorite expressions that I’ve learned since arriving in … Continue reading
Walking and Cycling in Hyde Park
I enjoy a nice peaceful walk through Hyde Park as much as anyone. And one of the great things about Hyde Park is that it’s huge and you can walk all over it–paths, fields, etc. (you get the idea). I … Continue reading
A Cure for Sarcasm, for Izabelle
Last night, whilst sitting next to my daughter’s crib in the middle of the night so she could fall slowly back to sleep, I pulled up Facebook to find that it was a friend’s birthday. I clicked on her name … Continue reading
Killing Kamehameha
Last Saturday it began to snow in London and Sunday morning left us with a few inches of the white stuff. We took our kids out to a park that was initially empty, save for an assortment of snowmen of … Continue reading
