Pubbing it Again

Tonight we went as a class group to our professor's favorite pub, the Marlborough Pub. It is just a short walking distance from the centre. What a neat place!! Since it is a Friday night it was very busy. I find it interesting that at pubs here the patrons are not waited on at their table, instead the customer must go up to the bar to order drinks and food. Payment is expected at that time and it is customary to not give a tip!! This is of course much different than an American bar/pub experience.

Tonight most of us tried a famous English drink called Pimms. It is a mixture of gin, fruit, mint and lemon-lime soda; a very refreshing adult drink!

Great First Evening with Flatmates at Pub

Today we all arrived at the London Study Centre after an exhausting night and morning of travel! I met my flatmates, besides Crystal (my friend from USF), I will also be rooming with Cynthia from FSU and Erika from FSU. After a short orientation meeting with our professor, and the director and staff at the study centre the four of us were able to enjoy a casual dinner at our first British Pub called the Rising Sun. Here are some pictures from tonight. I ordered the Fish and Chips and of course some London Ale to top it off!

Preparing for London

Well this evening I finally had some time to begin packing for the big day! Life has been very busy for me lately. Just last week I returned from a 10 day family vacation to Washington D.C. and then 2 days later I started my final writing exam that is a requirement for graduation. I finished the research paper today after working hard on it since last Wednesday. I'm very relieved, to say the least!!

I'm glad I'll have about a day and a half to finish packing and get last minute things done.

A big part of the MultiMedia Design Classes I will be taking in England involves digital photography and telling stories through our pictures. We are to select a mascot that travels along with us as part of our adventures. I have chosen a Beanie Baby Irish Bear named Erin as my mascot. She is special to me because she was a gift from my mom who is Irish. Also, the bear shares the same name as a dear friend of mine as well as my elder daughter's middle name!

Here is a picture of Erin and me getting ready for our trip to Europe. Only two more days and we can't wait!!

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