I’m here. I’m in London.
And guess what? It’s been sunny ever since I got here three days ago. How’s that for a good omen?
I want to thank you so much for all of your kind messages; they were heartfelt and I continue to be touched by your thoughtfulness. Your support, your cheerleading, make me so happy to have this blog, to have acquainted myself with such good, positive, and like-minded people.
I got here with relatively little drama. On the plane, there was a crying baby a few rows behind me who set ears ablaze with her high-pitched wails. But otherwise, my journey went off without a hitch.
Liebling met me at the airport and we hauled my appallingly large and awkward suitcase back to Liebling’s place in Richmond, a suburb west of London. We will only be living here temporarily- in three weeks’ time we move to our flat right in the city.
As predicted, I have been sleeping. A lot.
Despite this, we have had the opportunity to profit from what has been amazing weather the last few days. I finally saw the Thames River (pictured above) in person and have strolled along Richmond’s high street (shopping street). Liebling has been leading me around on the arm and giving me what I call a “London Education”: telling me what to see, where to eat, and how to get around.
While I haven’t been in London very long, I somehow think that I’m going to like it here. Stay tuned.
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Wow, looks like beautiful weather there these days! Glad you made is safely and can show us around!
Looks amazing. You lucked out with the weather!
I do hate crying babies…I usually try to get the bulk head seats, and always suffer, due to those being reserved for folks with babies.
There is the awesome Chinese restuarant in Bayswater u must go too!!! Or maybe wait till I come over
And of course the best Indian I've had near covent garden.
Enjoy your time and the weather!
Yay! You're finally here! I knew there was a reason the weather suddenly picked up again on the weekend. Your photos are just gorgeous!
Did you say you were moving to Brick Lane? How lovely! I am a bit envious of your proximity to the centre of town!
Glad you arrived safely and even more glad that you've had such beautiful weather to welcome you!
Thanks for stopping by my blog too.
Sunshine is definitely a good omen. I was there a long time ago, but London is a vibrant, cool, sophisticated place. I think you'll like it too. Also, in response to your question, I was in Toronto last March for a little over a week. I felt like I saw a lot, but would love to go again in the warmer months and check out the island.
Hope you enjoy London.
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Lovely images, it looks like your are enjoying some amazing weather. xo
I'm lovng the warm and sunny weather down here too! It seems that London welcomed you with open arms!
Best of luck getting settled in and job searching (you know how I feel about THAT). When I need a break from Frogland, I might just swing on up to see you
Oh, this makes me want to go there especially since the weather looks beautiful there.
So glad you're having a wonderful time with your love! Enjoy the sunny days!
Emily w/Amazing Grapes
Oh, London!
I'm glad that you've got a great start to your time there. I will have to figure out a way to get there! 
So glad you got there safely and the weather is fantastic! Can't wait for more updates!
Excellent. Nice pics.
Glad to know you made it across the pond safely and that you’ve been enjoying yourself. Gorgeous outfit by the way!
I say it's a very good omen! Enjoy it while you can!
very good omen,because my cousins have been complaining.
i am SO happy for you – and from what i hear it's often rainy/overcast (?) in London so I'd say 3 sunny days in a row is a very positive sign!
p.s. my mom told me the bag arrived yesterday! yay! thank you thank you
Wow, it's sunny in London?! She wanted you to see her at her best. Hope you settle in well and that your job search is successful!
A bit random, but do you think you'll be there for the summer Olympics or would you head out to avoid the crowd?
Happy you got there safe and everything is going well
It looks beautiful! Best of luck!
glad to heat that you like it in london so far. it is a great city and with this weather even more nicer!!
enjoy!!
@Hannah: More London posts are a-coming!
@kuesooM: Yes, come and we'll do Chinese!
@Emm: Thanks! I talked to my mother this morning and apparently it is rainy in Toronto…
Yup, I'll be living about a 2 minute walk from Brick Lane- will have to sample all the Indian cuisine!
@Emily: Thanks chica, let's hope it holds out until you get here!!
@ramblinbess: The BEST months to go to Toronto are definitely July and August. There is a festival EVERY WEEKEND in July and they are for the most part free and open to the public! Toronto is so fun in the summer.
@Paps: Thank you and thanks for dropping by! I just checked out your blog and your pics are so beautiful!
@Tamra: For now, at least. I am hoping it holds out. xo
@Crystal: Please come, you are welcome!! We NEED to meet after all these years of reading each other's blogs (since the assistantship in France in 2005)!!!
@Emily: The weather is great but being with my love is better..
@Terri: Oh, yes you do, young lady. You have a place to stay when you come, so no excuses!
@Deidre: I need to bring my camera out more because the weather was gorgeous today as well!
@Aritul: Thanks. Where are you at these days?
@Leslie: Thank you! I have been exciting to dig around in my closet and finally start wearing all my cold weather clothing…
@Fly Girl: You speak the truth! I will!
@'Lara: About the weather in London?
@Kay: Glad it arrived! You know, I was talking to some London folk and they say that it's actually a stereotype that it rains here a lot. They say it's often just gray and gloomy.
@Diana: Me and the BF have been talking and we're thinking of getting out of London for at least one of the weeks of the Olympics. It's supposed to be crazy here! Still, it would be kinda cool to see it with my own eyes, so I may stick around.
@kimvan: Thanks! Saw that you were in my hometown…
@Tatiana: Merci!
@Kristina: I agree that there are certain areas that are very pretty. Can't wait to discover more!
Glad you made it safely here! I am really, REALLY looking forward to reading your observations and opinion of London and the UK in general.
enjoy richmond!!!! it is a lovely place, make sure to visit kew gardens and richmond park while you are there, its quite a long way from the east
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The weather looks perfect!! I would love to live in London for a while and travel everywhere around Europe! Can't wait to hear about your upcoming travel plans !
Yay! You're finally in Europe. Just don't get too used to those sunny days.
Maybe that's why we been getting nice weather here in Seattle, we're on about the same latitude at London. Looks lovely!
And when y'all getting married? For real, y'all making me wait forever LOL.
@hati: It's on my list!
@Monique: You know you wrong for that, right!? LOL. So true though. Unfortunately.
@Flaming: LOL!!! You'll be the first to know!!