My study abroad trip to London with James Madison University, both adventures or comments or complaints are below. Miss all of you back home, but life is really great over here:)

Wednesday, 28 July 2010

City of Blinding Lights

London 2010. I find it's hard to sit down and write a closure to this trip. But then that means it really is over. It's hard to believe. These past 2 months have flown by, even thought that sounds cliche. I look back now and realize the first three days here feel like way more than a few weeks ago. These days have been filled with amazing places, people, and memories. I am so grateful for the chance to come here and study, and remember the place I used to call home. Here are the things I'll miss most:

1) Pret A Manger
2) Seeing old architecture everyday
3) English accents
4) Caramel Shortbread
5) Scoop
6) Walking everywhere
7) the rain
8) Scenic views
9) Parks
10) Mueller yogurt
11) Hanging out at the pub
12) Cider:)

Things I won't miss as much:
1) 2 pence (why do they have those anyways??)
2) Dirty dishes
3) the Tube
4) Vendors
5) Pigeons
6) Buses (so close to death by bus at least 8 times)
7) Pubs closing at 11:30
8) Sunrise at 5:30 and no curtains

Things I miss in America:
1) Water fountains
2) People saying God bless you when you sneeze
3) Split checks
4) Salads
5) My car
6) A comfortable bed
7) My family
8) Ice
9) Air Conditioning
10) Bathroom surplus

Overall, I have had a great trip, as I've said multiple times before. I can't tell you my favorite memory, I have so many. I can't tell you my favorite place I've been, I liked them all. I can't tell you if someday I will live here, I can't see into the future. But I can tell you you HAVE to come to London if you haven't. It is an amazing, spectacular city with so much to offer. I have been blessed by God for this unforgettable experience, and I hope someday he can do the same for you. Cheers.

Song of the Day: "City of Blinding Lights" by U2 (written the first time Bono saw London)

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