Tag Archives: UK
British escape, part I: London, England
London is my BFF. On this, my third visit to England in four years, I wasn’t sure what to expect. It was pre-Royal Wedding week, after all — and having had the greatest time on my previous visit, nerves pulsed … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘Rowan The Strange’ by Julie Hearn
In a classic case of don’t judge a book by its cover, Julie Hearn’s Rowan The Strange is a moving, emotional and unforgettable read centering around 13-year-old Rowan Scrivener, a British teen battling “voices” in his head. It’s 1939 and … Continue reading
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My big, fat London weekend!
When I arrived in London in 2007, a warm, rushing feeling swept over me — exhilaration, pure and simple, and I’ve been unable to fight off my obsession with all things English since! I spent two days with my family … Continue reading
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Off to London!
Off to London! After months of anticipation, the time is finally here! I’ll be flying to London tomorrow evening and can’t wait to have one seriously jam-packed, exciting and crazy weekend. I look forward to sharing all of my adventures … Continue reading
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