London Time!

Today was my first trip to London!  As every day here, it was a day of "firsts."  I took my first train, first subway in the underground, and my first double-decker bus!  I have been so blessed to see so much!  If the weather holds out tomorrow, I'll be heading back to London to see more.  

I took a train from my town into London's Victoria Station.  From there, I met up with Paula (my GST supervisor), Jamie (a student teacher from WA), and two other student teachers from good 'ol Minnesota!  We then took a subway and popped up right along the Thames River and Big Ben!  

Above: The River Thames and a great view of the London river edge!

Walking past Big Ben, we took a nice walk in the centre.  I saw the changing of the guard, Westminister Abbey, St. James Park, the famous black taxi's, and so much more!

Above: Jamie and I

Above: This is where the changing of the guards takes place

Above: This sign was in St. James Park

Above: Ever-so-happy in the top of a double-decker bus!!

Taking a bus away from the elegant London centre, we went to a bit..more eccentric part of town known as Camden.  It was extremely busy and like nothing I've seen before.  The best I can explain it is a permanent flea market.  There were little hole-in-the-wall shops, ethnic foods, and plenty of music.  It will be a lot of fun when it warms up outside!  :) 

Above: Camden Marketplace!

Today was so fun!  I'm exhausted, but feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to tour London.  I can't wait to go back tomorrow!