Thursday, July 11, 2013

Observations from London

Pedestrians vs. Cars:  Whereas in America, we are used to pedestrians having the right of way as against cars, in London, cars most certainly have the right of way.  I watch pedestrians get almost-hit every single day.  Which is an interesting experience.

Veggie Lovers Paradise:  Vegetarian and vegan eating options abound in London!  Every restaurant at which I have eaten has a good sized vegetarian section, and countless restaurants are exclusively so.  All of these options has made me very thankful for veggie-friendly stalwarts in Kansas City that are in close proximity to my home such as Green Acres Market, Cafe Gratitude and Blue Bird Bistro.

My Own Garden:  Everyday, somehow or another, I walk by or through Kensington Gardens.  I am getting rather spoiled.  I must have my own English country garden someday.

Eat the Cookie Dough:  In London, they don't refrigerate their eggs -- in the grocery store, in restaurants or at home.  Any lingering concerns I had about eating raw cookie dough are now gone.

Off-Leash:  Almost all of the dogs in the Royal Parks are off-leash.  And they are perfectly behaved.  They don't go after other dogs, people or squirrels.  They stay close to their owner; and when they do frolic, they come right away when called.

Vegas Casino:  Harrods is like a Vegas Casino.  Hardly any windows, difficult to find exits, and lots of flashing lights.  I'm headed to Liberty.


3 comments:

  1. How have the locals been towards you? I'm curious to know what the fashion trends are there now.

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    1. Hey lady! The locals are incredibly nice and helpful. Fashion trends: First of all, I'm going to start my Tube Fashion scouting in a couple of days, we'll see what I find! Second of all, lots of flowered, short sundresses; lots of very tight patterned pants; the patterned pajama pant trend; and metal plating/beading on shirts.

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  2. Very interesting. I was hoping you'd have a fashion series! Miss you!

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