(Sorry about the bad pun in the title, I couldn't help myself.)
So, yes, here I am in Leeds. For those of you unfamiliar with the geography of England, Leeds is in 'The North'-only 24 miles away from York. (I loved all the road signs on the highway...'The North'...making it an independent …
Greetings from East Dulwich! I was forced away from the blog for a bit due to an unrelenting migraine that forced me to step out of the world for a few days. Every time I thought it was finally over it would sneak up and pounce on me in a …
A few weeks ago here in East Dulwich, I found myself in need of some Ibuprofen and feminine hygiene products. As in the states, these products are more expensive in the local shops, so I needed to find a Boots or Superdrug...the U.K. versions of Walgreens or CVS. So I used Google …
Well, I've a bit of good news. I know where I will be going after Aug 31st when the house sit here in East Dulwich ends. I've secured a pet sit in Leeds here in the UK from Sept 2-17th. They have a beautiful Siberian Forest cat(who is huge!)named 'Tarmy' …
For those who know me, it will come as no surprise for me to state that I am a bit of an introvert. Some people have difficulty believing that, as when I engage 'extrovert mode' I can be lively, outgoing and even, (if I may say so myself) occasionally charming …
While I know this topic isn't terribly exciting, it is the reality of this bit of ridiculousness that I have decided to embark upon. While I get to experience meeting new people, going to museums and basically just roaming about soaking in the culture and life that is the U.K., there is also the …
Rebecca's Travel Tidbits:
When needing cheap food in London, look for the shops with stalls outside selling fruit and veg in bowls for only 1pound. I've been living off of them for weeks, mostly tomatoes, tangerines and potatoes.
As you getting ready to head to your next destination, make sure you have a good poo right before you leave. You have enough to haul around without taking shit you don't need with you.
When taking the bus in London, if it is cold, sit in bottom in the back row. The seats are right over the engine, and act as bum warmers!