Day 3

Apologies to all those avid readers of this publication who have lost sleep due to the late writing of this issue. A late night in London town is the reason and I think I'm entitled to that as it was my birthday. Another fantastic down in London. 17 degrees, blue skies and sun definitely brought London to life and ensured Aaron and I went from 3 to 2 layers for the first time in the trip.
After a bout of homesickness with birthday wishes from home and a pep talk from the big bro we were off on another day of touristy-ness (yep that's right, I invent words now)
This was not after a work meeting between Aaron and a work colleague at a local coffee house and some lightning fast hot chocolate which no joke took under 1 minute from order and payment to sipping with a high degree of satisfaction. Certainly was interesting to see a side of Aaron that I have never seen before.
Fair to say it gave me plenty of time to invent the life stories of every one of the thousands of londoners who walked past on the sidewalk.
We then ventured to Piccadilly Circus which to Aaron's disgust was indeed not a circus but a mini time square and certainly came to life later in the night.
Buckingham Palace was our next visit and we scrambled just in time to see the changing of the guards which honestly didn't make much sense but was an interesting experience none the less. Incredible to see som many people one place watching something that happens relatively frequently.
We have a new favourite place to eat. Unfortunately we still don't know the name of the place after two visits but a main meal and a drink for 8 pounds ($13) is a money saver and therefore we love it. Interesting to listen into conversations which involves one guy which just insists that 'you know what I'm saying y'all'.
Madame Tussauds was a definite highlight not only for the day but the entire trip so far. Some of the sculptures were uncanny in their resemblance, others not so much. But there were many many photos taken with hilarious poses which brought smiles to many a strangers face (these will be updated shortly) For those twilight fans there was one with James Patterson and Taylor Lautner (correct spelling?) and the JB fans won't be disappointed but it was hard to get his face and mine in the same shot due to his significant lack of height.
Our night consisted of a night on Piccadilly Circus town and a show at the Queens theatre called 'Les Miserables'. I know what youre thinking. "Aaron and Dillon at a musical theatre show? What's going on there?" But to our surprise and yours we both quite enjoyed it. Although there were some sickeningly high notes hit by men who really shouldn't be even attempting it.
For those more interested in the partying. I was asked for ID and still allowed entry at an Irish Pub which was a first. As was buying my first drink (it was a Southern Comfort and Coke. Marcus, Malcolm and Ben Howland should enjoy that).
In continuing with my fun facts for the last couple of issues:
-Aaron still loves that he just "gets inflation"
-We definitely did not know what the man at lunch was saying.
-London comes to life in 17 degrees and sunny. So much so that some skin really shouldn't ever be seen by some people and yet ventures out on such days.
-Ben Howland loves his Southern Comfort
and some funny quotes:
-Aaron: Sorry lads, that was supposed to be silent
-Dillon: Aaron!! That was horrendous
-Aaron (whilst just walking down the street during the day): I just get it, you know. I just get inflation.
The next issue of this might be a little while off as we head on our Contiki trip around north western europe tomorrow and internet might be scarce but it is poised to be a quality piece of reading.
Until then, watch this space.
Dillon