Once in London, we plan to check out some of the museums, stay in a hostel for a couple nights, and attend a talk at the Imperial College (even sounds British) given by Prof. Myles Jackson from Willamette University (Allison's advisor).
In our earlier visit to Edinburgh we visited Museums, and were lucky enough to see paintings from Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, etc... We especially liked Monet's work. Even the people working in the art galleries were wearing traditional Scottish plaid pants. Additionally, we experienced some lovely Scottish weather (down pour, heavy winds). One police officer, while giving us directions, even expressed his love for the unexpected weather. The city really is quite pretty, with huge Gothic buildings, the royal mile, and a soiree of shopping throughout the streets.
Another thing I have noticed is the way they pour beer here in Scotland. In 'The States' it seems as if bartenders simply pour the beer. Here it seems as if it is an ancient ritual, moving the glass in various ways, as if they are seeking to pour a perfect beer... Strange observation, I know... Maybe things seem more poetic than they really are after having a couple of room temperature beers myself.
Highlights from our trip to Edinburgh:
1 comment:
Alison,
If you can, please get a picture of Kevin in a kilt--I need some blackmail material. Thanks. Sounds like you two are having a great time. Enjoy!!
Tracy
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