October 23, 2006
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Passport
Tonight, I got my passport photo taken. I’ve never had a passport before, so this is pretty exciting for me. Plus, I didn’t look hideous in the picture. So, to celebrate, I’ve made it my new profile picture. (FYI–I have my hair in a bun. It’s actually a bit longer than shoulder-length.)
The plan at this time is for the good doctor and I to go England for two weeks in July. He has a conference in Reading, and we’ll tour the next week. I’ve always wanted to go to England, and I’ve never been there. (Or anywhere else foreign, as evidenced by my lack of passport)
If you’ve been to England, please let me know what was wonderful and not-so-wonderful. I want to plan carefully and as frugally as possible for the mundane stuff so we can splurge on the really great things!
Comments (13)
That is a nice passport pic!
I don’t think that we’ve been anywhere bad in England, although most of my time in the country has been spent in London…I don’t think that you can go wrong in that city. The cheap theatre tickets were always among our favorite attractions. (Paris, on the other hand, well…I’m just not going to bother to go into that right now…)
I’ll tell you some good advice…come back in one piece…please…
Where’d you find out how to say that?;)
Thanks…:) …and it’s a very nice passport picture!
GREAT passport picture! I will try not to covet your trip…you must check out Lyme Park, that is the location of Pemberly in the A&E film. How wonderful for you! Even the anticipation is exciting!
I still don’t get why women concern themselves with passport photos. It’s not as though they’ll be framed and hung on the wall.
had to drop by and see that passport photo when i read your blog in my subscriptions! lol but hey! it turned out nice (no fair!) my passport photo ranks with the drivers license photo…… (not good)
i’m jealous you are going to england! how cool is that????
I have spent some time in the northern part of England, among the dales in Yorkshire. It was delightful. If you enjoy country settings, rolling hills and stone fences with sheep grazing on the hill tops, it’s the most perfect place. I also visited (I believe that it was in the same area) the homeplace of the Bronte’s. I would definitely recommend that as you enjoy English literature. Fifteen years ago is when I had visited these places, and at that time we were able to hike from the Bronte’s home to a place called Top Withens. It is the alleged setting for Wuthering Heights.
Also, there is a large old manor that at that time had been turned into a youth hostel which I would consider checking into even for a husband and wife, as typical accommodations may be hard to come by in thta particular setting. Unless of course you could locate a B&B. It’s called Haworth Youth Hostel, Longlands Hall of Yorkshire. I believe it’s fairly near the Bronte’s place, as well.
Two more thoughts — Stratford on Avon, very interesting, and very near to it is Kenilworth Castle ruins. Perfectly splendid for the imagination. It’s definitely in ruins, but that’s the best part about it. The college students I had traveled with were permitted to climb upon its walls and truly enjoy it.
Have a grand time!!
I haven’t been there. Maybe someday…I really hope that it works out for you and James to go next summer. It’d be so fun to explore.
I am so excited for you Mary! I know that you will have a wonderful time. Since I lived in England for almost two years while my husband went to Cambridge and have been back there in the last few years, I know I can give you a few suggestions. Go see Warwick Castle located, of course, in Warwick. It isn’t very far from Reading and is my favorite castle amongst the ten or so I visited while in the UK. The first castle here was erected by William the Conqueror, though nothing but the mound remains. The present castle was begun after Simon de Montfort’s troops leveled the old one in 1264. Curtain walls, portcullis, and murder holes. Appropriately dismal dungeon, and a haunted room where murder was done. Fascinating “Edwardian Weekend” house party tableau by Madame Tussaud’s in the updated living quarters. I really think you will love it. If you go be sure and climb to the top of the towers. There is a fantastic viewfrom each one and they are dark inside. Kind of romantic! There is even a little cafe to buy lunch. I have pictures if you are interested!
Also, be sure and go to London and see the Globe Theatre and the Millenium Bridge. I know your husband will be fascinated by the design. Have tea at a local tea room and be sure to have scones, jam and cream. A little warning though- all of the whipped cream is made without sugar. That was a real surprise to us when we had our first dessert with the fluffy stuff on it.
Hope these suggestions help— Stephenie
Great picture! I am happy that it worked out for you yesterday. I will have Wesjanson respond to your England question as he went a couple of years ago with SFEA kids and loved it! I heard that bkroeker worked most of the weekend on the play– he is really into it!!
Wow….please oogle over the sights for me!!
did you like the Lake House?