Thursday, September 18, 2014

Historic Day in the UK

This was the headline on the paper everyone was reading on the London Underground this morning.

The outcome is pretty much up in the air -- predictions are that it will be very, very close. My Scottish friend will be here with me this weekend and I'm interested to hear her perspective, as opposed to the Londeners' I've talked to this week.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I spent most of today at the Imperial War Museum. I toured the new World War I (called the Great War here) exhibit. Such crowds, and a bit claustrophobic for me. I missed a lot because I couldn't get near it, but I did learn a lot as well, and of course, it's all intended to be very moving and it is.

I headed back to the house earlier than usual to put my feet up, read a book, and regroup a bit. A day of war and crowds has me feeling a bit world-weary. No worries, tomorrow is a new day!

Outside the house where I am staying in South Ealing.

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13 comments:

  1. mamasmercantileSeptember 18, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    Whatever the outcome of the referendum today I think it will make for very interesting times to come, particularly with the vote if the predictions are right so close.

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  2. UnknownSeptember 18, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    History in the making. My Dad is Scottish and my Mum is English, they got divorced! lol x

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  3. GosiaSeptember 18, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    Cynthia. lovely London. Relax in the evening. Do you feel well in different time zone?

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    1. CynthiaSeptember 18, 2014 at 12:50 PM

      The first two nights I had a little trouble sleeping, but I don't usually have problems adjusting.

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  4. Linda KaySeptember 18, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    Even here in the US we are watching and waiting to see the outcome of the vote.

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  5. biebkriebelsSeptember 18, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    I am very curious what the vot will be. Years ago we stayed with our children two weeks in London also in Ealinf! A nice quiet area with big houses.

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  6. biebkriebelsSeptember 18, 2014 at 1:29 PM

    Sorry for the mistakes, I type on my Tablet and the characters are very tiny. I mean vote and Ealing.

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  7. HuggybearSeptember 18, 2014 at 3:28 PM

    The Imperial War Museum is one place in London that I REALLY should have visited - rain or no rain!
    Lucky you to have had that experience.
    Would definitely appear that the rain gods ("Hughie" and his mates) are smiling favourably upon you.
    Will be interesting what happens in Scotland - results here in Australia should be out this afternoon.
    Keep having fun - am thoroughly enjoying your reports and great photos.
    Aussie "Col"

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    1. HuggybearSeptember 19, 2014 at 12:01 AM

      Vote over! Scotland stays in the UK!!!! Interesting.

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2014 at 4:15 PM

    I hope the resting, reading, and regrouping helped.

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  9. CloudiaSeptember 18, 2014 at 7:26 PM

    Ealing? Do I smell some film history? Yes, tomorrow is a new day. Can't wait to enjoy your exploration of it. Cheers


    ALOHA from Honolulu
    ComfortSpiral
    =^..^= . <3

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  10. Margaret DSeptember 19, 2014 at 12:37 AM

    The street is lovely with the flowers in bloom. Didn't know about the to be voting until two days ago, but know the result now...

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  11. diane bSeptember 19, 2014 at 2:56 AM

    I can imagine a lot of Hype in London but most people will be happy with the outcome. It is a shame that the crowds were bad at the museum. Did you rent a house or are you staying with friends? Nice street.

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