July 26-29, Havant
We managed to find our way from the port of Southampton, UK, to the lovely town of Havant to see our dear friend Crazy Mike. We have been friends with Mike for the last 15 years, having met him through (you guessed it) Camp Kemo. Mike moved to England 5 months ago to spend some time with his girlfriend and her family. Our experience with Crazy Mike in a different country was, well, CRAZY!
Our time was spent eating English Breakfast, Monster burgers, and Ya-Cakes, touring the town of Havant, and enjoying a VERY memorable evening at one of the local pubs. Thanks for an incredible introduction to the U.K., Mike, Yasmin, Heidi, and Collin.
Mike, Yasmin, Andy, Heidi, and Lori overlooking the town of Portsmouth
Traditional English Breakfast-courtesy of 'American' chef, Crazy Mike
My very own carousel at the local mall
Perhaps one of the most interesting photos ever taken of Crazy. And there have been some wild ones in the past. Check out the gummy nips!
Don't even ask. Cuz we don't have a clue.
Chowin' down on Mick's Monster Burgers
Whew! That was some experience! Off to London, where we took in the sights, lived like locals in our own little flat, and met up with another Camp Kemo alum.
July 29-August 2, London
What visit to London would be complete without a visit to Buckingham Palace?
The spectacular Tower Bridge
I was concerned about the stability of this building, so I had to help prop it up.
View from the London Bridge looking down the Thames
Queen Lori smelling the roses of London
I couldn't resist
Big Ben and Westminster Hall/Bridge
The beautiful Princess Diana Memorial Fountain in Hyde Park. Note the woman who decided to take part in "Pants-Free Saturday"
"Now they know how many holes it takes to fill the Albert Hall"
A wonderful evening with our friend, Laura, who lives in London
Taking the walk across Abbey Road. The origin of the greatest album ever recorded.
All Together Now
EPIC
Our picnic in Hyde Park with Laura. Meal courtesy of Harrod's
View from the top. Do we call this an upper decker?
Well, we are off to go under the English Channel en route to Paris. We’ll check in soon.
