My time in London

Immediately after work last Friday, I was able to squeeze in one drink with friends quickly at a bar near the office. Of course, I had a glass of Pimms with lemonade, which is oh-so-British! Duh. Then I rushed home by train to watch the Royal Wedding at home!

It was absolutely perfect. I loved everything about it, from the bride in her wedding gown, to the groom in his dashing uniform. I loved the colour schemes, the bridal party, the smiles, the waves, the atmosphere, absolutely everything!

If you read my earlier post, I mentioned about having a Royal Wedding party here in my own home, although no one was really invited apart from Grumpy. As a guest to my Royal Wedding party, Grumpy did not quite make the cut. Reason being, he was fast asleep even before Kate & William made it to the balcony for their first kiss. HOW RUDE!

One thing I noticed after watching the wedding three times, is how much I wished I was in London. It is an amazing city, I love the accents, the beautiful architecture, the history, the food, the high street fashion, and how they still have the monarchy and royal weddings for people like me to watch in awe! I have been fortunate enough to visit London numerous times while I was living in Dublin.

I browsed through old photos to remind me of my time in London, and here are some highlights when Grumpy and I were there together. Fun times! You would notice these popular landmarks from watching the Royal Wedding on tv.

The entrance to St James Park, this is called the Admiralty Arch.

Next to the arch, we watched the changing of the horse guards here, called the Horse Guards Parade. At the Royal Wedding, both the bride and groom rode past here in their horse drawn carriage.

Palace of Westminster, which is next to Big Ben. I look quite different now, by the way. This was three years ago.

There you go, now you can see Grumpy, or Big Ben. Hehe

One of Britain's most famous icons - The Queen's Guards!

The Tower Bridge. This bridge is very close to the Tower of London. I really enjoyed visiting the Tower of London. This bridge still opens up until today for big vessels. It is often mistaken for the London Bridge. This is NOT the London bridge. If you watch The Tudors (I love Jonathan Ryhs Meyers!), then you will know the history behind the Tower of London.

The London Eye by night. We did not get a chance to go on a flight on the London Eye together, but I had the opportunity to do it with my friends (but without Grumpy - boo!) on a different trip. It was good, amazing views, especially of the River Thames.

West End! When in London, a West End musical is a must!