I'm currently pondering whether to return for Collingwood's birthday (his 260th) or for Nelson's birthday (it's his 250th). I think it would be fun to do something special on that occasion, meeting up with some buddies, maybe. I suppose there will be enough talking about Nelson, so maybe a pub tour in Old Cuddy's honour...? I'll have to think about it.
I love seeing St. Pauls cathedral and when I went to stay with my parents for a holiday we took in a lot of London sights. I think you might enjoy the National maritime Museum in Greenwich which has an extensive Nelson Collection. Near where I now live in Newcastle is the Collingwood Monument near Tynemouth Priory.
Aw, Old Cuddy's monument! THANK YOU! The NMM is definitely on my list for my next visit to London. I want to look some letters up in the library.
I've been to parts of London where I used to spend a lot of time, and I didn't recognise them anymore. Just what has happened there? And electing this joke of a mayor certainly won't change anything. What have people been thinking there...
I think people were sick of Ken Livingstone and this was a protest vote. A lot of the London I knew as a child has gone as buildings have been knocked down and housing and businesses have been put in place, even over green areas. I do not feel as though it is my home any more; I have lost that bond.
I think you will love the NMM. The Victory in Portsmouth might be something you want to see as well. There is a very definite cold atmosphere on the deck where Nelson died. We went in brilliant sunshine and it was freezing where he died and warm everywhere else.
Beware the dollhouse. Dollhouses and dollhouse miniatures will suck you in. Trust me, my mother makes dollhouse furniture for a living, and miniature collector shows are a big thing in the States--the big shows in Chicago and Philadelphia even draw in the Japanese tourists; they drop big bucks for the stuff.
So if you want/need tips on restoring your dollhouse, furnishing it, etc., let me know. I used to do miniature embroidery.
I had a really great time - it's been so long and I've missed it so much. Now I can't wait to return!
I hear you about the dollhouses...! I can definitely see the addiction-factor there, and I'll definitely come back for advice. It's the first time I'm trying to do this; from the looks of it, the house is either 1950ies or 1960ies, so I have to keep it "in style". Luckily, those are decades I know a lot about.
It's probably a daft question, but - what is miniature embroidery?
My mom did a marvelous 40s-era kitchen. Unfortunately, I can't get to it right now to take a picture.
Miniature embroidery is needlework done roughly to scale: rugs and pictures and pillows done 48 or 60 squares to the inch. I've done a few of these myself.
Oh wow. If you ever get a chance of taking a picture of such miniature work, would you show me? I have never seen it, sounds absolutely awesome! And thanks so much or your offer! :-D Zim-sampler, fantastic!!!
I love London, and seeing your photos makes me want to return. I think some of the rain made its way here. I'm sitting just off Bourbon Street, soaked and wishing I were still out in it. Traveling is one of life's true joys. Despite all of the drudgery with airplanes and luggage and taxis, it's still worth the effort.
"This entry was sponsored by the London Tourist Board"...
I'm glad it brought back some memories. Not so glad to hear you got wet feet; it's only now that we get nice weather. I've been soaked while shopping the day before yesterday. :-/ Looking forward to your report, and I hope you'll enjoy your stay! :)
I didn't do a trip report for New Orleans...though I guess I should. I've been there so many times that it feels like a second home. Despite the swath of destruction left by Hurricane Katrina, the heart of the city is still beating. I always love returning to a truly unique place.
I was last in London back in the 90's. That experience was unique because I got to stay in homes. I'd love to go back one day. :)
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I love seeing St. Pauls cathedral and when I went to stay with my parents for a holiday we took in a lot of London sights. I think you might enjoy the National maritime Museum in Greenwich which has an extensive Nelson Collection. Near where I now live in Newcastle is the Collingwood Monument near Tynemouth Priory.
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I've been to parts of London where I used to spend a lot of time, and I didn't recognise them anymore. Just what has happened there? And electing this joke of a mayor certainly won't change anything. What have people been thinking there...
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I think you will love the NMM. The Victory in Portsmouth might be something you want to see as well. There is a very definite cold atmosphere on the deck where Nelson died. We went in brilliant sunshine and it was freezing where he died and warm everywhere else.
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Beware the dollhouse. Dollhouses and dollhouse miniatures will suck you in. Trust me, my mother makes dollhouse furniture for a living, and miniature collector shows are a big thing in the States--the big shows in Chicago and Philadelphia even draw in the Japanese tourists; they drop big bucks for the stuff.
So if you want/need tips on restoring your dollhouse, furnishing it, etc., let me know. I used to do miniature embroidery.
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I hear you about the dollhouses...! I can definitely see the addiction-factor there, and I'll definitely come back for advice. It's the first time I'm trying to do this; from the looks of it, the house is either 1950ies or 1960ies, so I have to keep it "in style". Luckily, those are decades I know a lot about.
It's probably a daft question, but - what is miniature embroidery?
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Miniature embroidery is needlework done roughly to scale: rugs and pictures and pillows done 48 or 60 squares to the inch. I've done a few of these myself.
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I'm glad it brought back some memories. Not so glad to hear you got wet feet; it's only now that we get nice weather. I've been soaked while shopping the day before yesterday. :-/ Looking forward to your report, and I hope you'll enjoy your stay! :)
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I was last in London back in the 90's. That experience was unique because I got to stay in homes. I'd love to go back one day. :)
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