I'd like to start this post with a
shout-out to my parents. They've been begging me to post another entry for a
week and I finally have enough time to do it. After all, I would've never made
it to London or, generally speaking, this far in life without them. So thanks
Mom and Dad, you're the best.
We've only been in London for two weeks but
it feels more like two months. The buildings are gorgeous, the tea is
delicious, and the accents are exquisite. I love everything about this city. But
I do have a favorite thing: the people. Having lived in Tennessee my whole
live, I haven't had the chance to experience much diversity. In London,
diversity is everywhere. You can’t escape it. The entire first week I had to
stop myself from running after people and asking, “Who are you? Where are you
going? What are you doing with your life?” It’s as if the city’s energy comes
from its inhabitants. It’s always moving, vibrant, full of energy. I can’t get
enough.
So far the markets have been my favorite
places to explore. Last Saturday we spent the afternoon in Camden making our
way through the stalls. After the day was over, we hadn’t even walked through
half of it. Camden is full of tiny unique shops and booths. No matter what
you’re looking for, chances are you’ll find it somewhere in the market. Without
a doubt, my favorite part about Camden was the food. There was Mexican,
Chinese, Thai, and so much more. I had the best steak burrito and the sweetest
little doughnuts I’ve ever eaten. Another great thing about the markets is that
you get to watch them make the food right in front of you.
Now that I’ve made everyone hungry, I’ll
stop talking about all the food at Camden. Today we’re going to visit the Tower
of London and I’ll write about it in my next post. I hope everyone is doing
well at home; I love and miss you all.
CHEERS
~Lauren
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