Photo On the Map: London, UK

Shannon — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 15:37:19 +0000

When I look at this image, an archived reel in my memory bank begins to play. Shift your focus. Notice something? An umbrella, perhaps? I recall a torrential downpour, a desperate, soggy attempt to enjoy tea and a stroll at Harrod's, and a tidal wave of epic proportions generated by a swiftly moving double-decker bus. Oh, what a day. The kind that makes you question any goodness in this life, but ends in laughter over one too many tea cakes. Life's like that sometimes. To this day, it goes down as one of my most helpless. There are a few places that always make the list of top places to visit for London: The Tower Bridge, Big Ben & Parliament, Piccadilly Circus, The Eye, and Buckingham Palace. Three visits to London and I've yet to see the talked about changing of the guard. I was close, oh so close, camera in hand a ready for the big event! I'd seen the horses trot past, had my camera poised, and in perfect synchronization, the raindrops began to fall. A parade of water droplets put an end to the act before it began. Before weather ushered us elsewhere, I stole a few shots, this becoming an instant favorite of mine. Like a tiny, toy soldier, fastidious and sure, poised for duty. On this day, he'd go about his business without the transitional fluff, and waterlogged me would miss out, once again. You'd think in our two month stint in London I'd have attempted another go. Deflated, jaded, a little less enthusiastic, I never did. I'm okay with that. Another time, perhaps? I've a fondness for London and welcome the thought of returning. On the list it shall stay, to be crossed off one of these days...

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Snapshot: London

Shannon — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 02:52:45 +0000

In total, we’re spending 6 weeks (oh yeah!) in London. It’s our new home before moving to New York City, where we make the British capital our base for more quick trips around Europe. Ah, the beauty of having a few months without obligations of being in any one place. It’s been amazing to have the freedom to roam around and travel like we’re rock stars. And for these couple of days, we explored like true visitors, taking in the must-see sights, having proper tea, grabbing a pint (or two), and learning what it means to nearly lose your life to crazy drivers (honestly… look both ways, several times… here, pedestrians are low on the totem pole). Highlights are undoubtedly the Borough Market, where you can buy fresh fruits and veggies from local farmers, hot-off-the-grill eats, preserves, cured meats… you name it, it’s there, and the air just buzzes with excitement. Also, I’m not much of a beer drinker, but I do enjoy a good cider. Cider’s a big thing here, and there are often more than a few choices at the neighborhood pubs, which are not difficult to find, with something like 2,500 (or more) of the classic bar/eateries in London alone. Seeing the world-famous Big Ben and the Tower Bridge just reminds me that this is one of the greatest cities in the world, and it’s a genuine pleasure to spend time here. [See image gallery at www.cameraandcarryon.com]

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Photo On the Map: London, UK

Snapshot: London