Bollocks, Blokes & Biscuits

I have a confession. I know its not confessional friday or monday confessions or any sort of link up, but I confess.... I am addicted to Downton Abbey.

It began simply enough. I heard various friends talk about it, and how in love they were with it. I just had no interest. I have my shows and I like my shows and that is that. But, alas, its summer and I watched OITNB quickly and needed something to fill my TV void. So, I hopped on Amazon Prime and watched the first episode.

And then I watched the second, and third, and then season 1, blew throw season 2 and 3 (in one day). I am now on season 4 and I just cannot go back. I love the hair, the clothes, the aristocracy and Oh how I love the accents!

I lived in London during my senior year in college. It was a blast. I had an internship at the American Church in London. I did work with the children's ministry and fundraising for them. Oh to be 22 again and living abroad.

I loved it. I rode the tube and the bus everyday and walked so much. When I returned stateside I hated to drive and have ever since. I enjoyed the food, the people, the gardens, the markets. I was away from everyone I knew and loved for 5 months.

I travelled so much there. I went to Ireland, Belgium, Amsterdam, Italy, and a small island off the coast of italy that name escapes me now... opps. So as I watch Downton Abbey I miss those days. I miss the wonderful shops and the tea oh the tea and biscuits! I yearn for the days of words that mean different things, with the world at my fingertips. I don't have many photos, but here are a few from my time. Mind you I was 22 and looked a tad different.

in the tube

Tower of London

church staff

Tower Bridge

Parliament 

Everyone should travel abroad. You need to explore new places, new foods and new cultures. And stay in hostels, small B&Bs, you get my point. And now watching Downton Abbey I want to go back! I know it was cold and wet and dreary, but it was also exciting with the theatre, museums, markets and the world at your fingertips!

So,  why don't you all grab your bloke, pack up the boot of your car and head out for an adventure. Enjoy tea and biscuits, bangers and mash and the best indian food ever at the local In Style (british 7-11). You will have a jolly ole time!