by LittleToe 87 Replies latest members meetups
Ross is in charge of the plans so I'm not totally sure what we are doing with a few exceptions. I do know that we are going to Stonehenge and Hampton Court on the 17th after we get in, spending the night outside of London and then going into London on the 18th for a day of shopping before meeting up with Crumpet for dinner.
I can't belive we are missing you by a few days Abaddon. I would have really enjoyed meeting you and your Dutchess.
Ooooh, I LOVE Hampton Court!! A couple of things to look for that aren't usually mentioned on the guided tour: In one of the rooms there's a painting on the ceiling, and the eyes of one of the figures will follow you as you walk across the room. In another room there's a painting hanging on the wall of a group of nobles (wish I could remember more details -- it's been a while!). If you look closely you will see that there is a circular cut around one of the noble's heads. When Cromwell came to power and ousted the Royal Family for a while, he started selling off valuables, so one of the Dukes cut this painting so it would be worthless and Cromwell couldn't sell it. It was restored once Charles II assumed the throne.
And, last but not least, down in the beer/wine cellar there's a small door that leads to a secret passage down to the river, which allowed Cardinal Wolsey to visit his mistress without being noticed.
The gardens are magnificent. This is one of my favorite palaces!
Nina
see yas in glasgow
Damn and blast - I'm going to be away over the 21st. Have a great time everyone!
FF
Hi Toe and Xena. Is there an Englishman's BBQ this year? I haven't been on the board much latley, but last year Mike said he didn't think there would be one this year? (or he was getting too old or something) Anyhow - I haven't missed one for 4 years if there is - if not hope to see you at the next one even though I can't make it to see you. I did make it to Dallas though - now that was a blast wasn't it!
Hey, what timing!
I heard yr good news from Rabbit, and just came in to send a congrats!!!!
To my poetry buddies, all the best, I'm so happy for you!
Xena, girl, love ya.
xoxox
tal
count me and sweetpea in for the 18th - have you got any ideas on where you'd like to meet?
we;re south of the river but the west end or a little bit north - camden/islington/hampstead - would work to.
just let us know and we'll be there...
Oh, and ps to Ab, miss ya buddy, all the best. ;)
Hi, ballistic and talesin! Great to hear from you again! I think Mike is having his BBQ served to him on this side of the water this year, so if you're in the mood for Texas again, come on down the end of July and you'll see him at our house.
There's talk of another one at his place next year, though.
Nina
Happy trails you two!
