We stood behind a crowd at Edinburgh Castle waiting for the one-o’clock cannon to fire. Many eyes were fixed on cell phones to catch the moment to share on Facebook. Bodies in Edinburgh, minds in other places. Meanwhile, my nephews were determined to climb up rocks where climbing was not allowed. Last month’s trip… Continue reading Small Experiences on a Big Journey
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Small Experiences on a Big Journey
Posted Small Experiences on a Big Journey.
Charity Bucket
The boys dumped our UK change into a charity bucket at NCL.
Tea With Friends and Family
Friends, family, cakes, finger sandwiches, scones, sausage rolls. A perfect last evening in Newcastle and the UK.
A Day at York Minster
Spent much of the day in, above, under, and around York Minster.
National Railway Museum
We explored the National Railway Museum.
Backpacks
Nephews’ and their uncles’ backpacks ready for the next adventure: train from Newcastle upon Tyne to York.
Beamish Open Air Museum
Rode this replica “Steam Elephant” at Beamish open air museum. The original was built in Northeast England in 1815.
Kid-Friendly Home
Staying in our friends’ kid-friendly home in Newcastle upon Tyne while the parents visit London for a few days.
Brexit Polling Station
Walked past a Brexit polling station/beer garden.