After our unbelievabe waffle experience, we were feeling a bit parched and decided we really needed hot chocolate. It was a cloudy, drizzly day – perfect for warming up in a cozy room with something warm to drink. We found our way to a place called De Proverie. Joanne ordered a cappucino, and John, Michael, and I ordered hot chocolate. After a few minutes, the waitress brought me what looked like a big cup of pure, melted chocolate. I was half thrilled, and half dreading the fact that I was …

On Wednesday we went to Bruges, and I found waffle nirvana. Words cannot explain how good the waffle was. I almost don’t even want to attempt to describe it, but I will do my best. First of all, wipe out all concept of waffle from your mind…  these aren’t waffles like you get at your local breakfast place, and they are certainly not Eggos. And for those of you who have your own waffle iron… I’m sure your waffles are great and all, but…no. These doughy bits of heaven were …

In Bruges. Best. Waffles. Ever.

Off to Brussels!

Ah the mystical Stonehenge. What is it? Pagan playground? Crazy calendar? Super sundial? Or just a device for me to string together crappy alliteration so that I feel all those years of school served some actual purpose. Well either way, I can say I am here to report that it is still a mystery after the Suttons were there. Sadly due to graffiti you can’t get anywhere near the stones. That kind of sucks but you can still get close enough to realize that you have no idea how they …

Dover Castle… lots of WWII history. Now up to snuff on Admiral Ramsey and the ‘Miracle at Dunkirk.’

Bath is world famous for it’s bath houses (obviously) that the Romans established way back in the day. When we arrived in the city I would definitely say that it seemed like they would be the highlight of the trip. As it turned out, the bath houses were (while very educational) one of the more average parts. The city itself is quite beautiful and picturesque. It is situated in the middle of seven hills and on the Avon river. What turned out to be the beauty of the city was …

Uncovering the mysteries of Stonehenge… how did they get these stones up here?

Jen and I welcomed our first visitors today. We’ve had the pleasure of seeing friends passing through and taking them to Mildred’s but this week we welcomed our first flat guests and the first to utilize the guest bed.
Unfortunately those guests arrived at 6am at Heathrow, and as I shortly learned, there isn’t a train that even leaves to go out to Heathrow until 5:54 am. Fortunately, Mom and Dad were willing to wait at the coffee shop while I got out to Terminal 5. Why Terminal 5? Because Jen …

My friend Lisa was visiting England and Denmark (and maybe a few other places) and we all met for dinner. Lisa’s boyfriend is in a Pink Floyd tribute band, so we  got to hear some interesting stories about their tour. We had a good time at dinner, and it was really good to see her!