Thursday, March 29, 2007
Cemetaries, Cathedrals, Herrods, and Ferries
Breakfast was pretty much the same as yesterday except I tried marmelade and raspberry jam with the croissants. I finished getting ready and used my last 2 minutes of internet to read my mom's e-mail. We had our suitcases in the lobby and waved goodbye to St. Pancras. The bus is pretty nice! Es and I went straight for the back row. John is the name of our first driver. Great accent. (We later found out he's an extra in many movies, including the new Bourne movie) Our first stop was Bunhill Fields. So many tombstones and all falling apart (apparently greatly harmed by smog). We sang "When I survey the Wondrous Cross" by Watt's tomb. Next, we saw the huge St. Paul's. The intricate designs and sheer volume was impressive even in a grey sky and rainy day.Harrod's was our last stop before lunch. It was UNBELIEVEABLE and WONDERFUL! :D Security was everywhere amid beautiful walls and decorations. The Egyptian escalator was gorgeous. Kim, Es, Angela, and I explored the crazy prices before finding the Food Hall and a Krispy Kreme. We got many presents and enjoyed talking to a British man who idolized Neil Armstrong. He said he wanted the troops out and his favorite actors were Will Smith and Jamie Lee Curtis. That was pretty funny. We were snacking on bakery items at the time. We tried to look for coffee, but went in a smokey bar and then a tiny, expensive Starbucks. Kate, Dolly, and Andrea had gotten cute scarfs and keychains. Kim, Es, and I ran upstairs to buy some keychains, too. I got many special things at Herrod's that day.
Next, we went to Spurgeon's church- the Metropolitan Tabernacle! The pastor and staff had great books and encouragement. It was wonderful to see that they still preached like Spurgeon!
Sainsbury was a great little store to stop and get sandwiches from. I got a honey mustard salad wrap and a pineapple, mango & banana drink. We took the food in the bus to make it to Winchester. The cathedral was so tall and a unique mix of Romanesque and Gothic. I can't imagine how much work it took to build and carve everything! It was also special to see all of the honors for fallen soldiers. We ate dinner at Pizza Hut which had a great meal deal that included appetizers, 2 sides, pizza, a drink, and a dessert. I went "halvsies" with Levi on the cream puffs and banana cream pie. The food was so much fresher and had less grease! On the bus ride to Portsmouth, we started laughing alot. Es and I used our British accents to the fullest and enjoyed the countryside. Our ferry is delayed, so we have to wait 3 hours to board and 2 more to leave. It's fun to finally hear some French being spoken! Goodbye England!
give way = yield
VVVVVVV with flashing O lamps = pedestrian crossing
square market = London's financial district
strand = beach
sale agreed = sold
pot = bowl
static at lights = stopped at light
to let / letting = for rent / renting
Dolly- "What if the buildings fall?" (about our meeting place)
Purchases for gifts & me: keychain, astronomy book, evolution book, devotional book, tea tin, tea saucer, mint candy tin, cookie/candy jar, bear chocolates, pecan danish, and a cheese scone.
Labels: Bunhill Fields, England, Europe, Harrod's, Metropolitan Tabernacle
NatNannyNad at 9:39 AM