Family and friends ask

Adrian and I have a great number of logistics to sort out with dissolving our marriage.  As you can imagine this will take some time. We remain civil and mature in our dealings with each other. We know our friends and family will do the same and support us equally during this difficult time. There are no sides to take. There are no winners here.

I will visit folk gradually during the rest of the year and take that tome to talk to you. 

At this point the kids will be with me entirely. They are processing things and we are all still coming to terms with it. 

Thank you for respecting our wishes in not having to talk about this at this time. Messages of support for both of us have been appreciated.

 

Brass Rubbings!

It was great to finally show the kids what a brass rubbing was, after rabbiting on about it everytime we went to a church and saw some brass on coffins and walls.

St Martins in the Fields is one of the best places in London to actually do some rubbings, as they have a variety from all round the UK. 

I was really proud of the kids as theyvery carefully   rubbed and made their pictures- its all too easy to rush these things and ruin them.

I made a lovely round celtic design.. Ready to frame and hang wherever my next home may be.

Westminster

Gutted that we couldn't take photos as there so many beautiful spots and sights in the cathedral.

Eventhough it was a weekday when we went, the place was completely packed and difficult to spend much time in most places. 

Particularly, I was moved by Elizabeth 1 grave and Her sisters, Mary.

I am really impressed as we travel around, by the access given to kids now.  Most places have a kids trail or an audio especially for kids. I'm just hoping they are able to digest all the info and sights they are being immersed in.

The kids trail at Westminster was pretty intense and long. Its one we have kept for a project for kids to do when we get back to Aus and homeschool

Madam Taussaudes

Gosh its been such a long time since we went here last.. And so great to seeing so many changes.

I love the lay out - we wandered round an A list party with the hottest hollywood stars hanging out. Music pumped and disco balls flashed.

Gratifying to see Sean Connery - one of my all time crushes- still looking suave and reserved as he watches the younger crowd. Yes.. Had to get a photo..

We wove round past Hollywood greats

And sports heroes, onto the more gruesome and grim displays of earlier Taussades. I went through the dungeons, which was fine, but not particularly  educational, more strobe lighting and gusts of chilled air coupled with costumed characters who leapt out to frighten people.

I got my photo taken for inspiration, I guess, with Shakespeare - though find it hard to believe he was that tall.. 

The last rooms were for the super heroes, which I thought would be a bit naff..however, the 4 D show was excellent!! And a great round off for the experience.