London sans enfants

Randy was back in the UK for work and was going to head to London for one night to meet up with his friend Tony, who was in London on business.  He threw out the idea of me joining him for the weekend and I most certainly couldn't pass up that opportunity assuming I could find someone to watch the kids!!  The kids were off for an extended sleepover with some friends and they were probably more excited for us to leave then we were.  I had a nice leisure train ride to the airport and before I knew it Randy and I were heading to our hotel in London.  The Paralympics were still going on while we were there so there was still a lot of activity and we were able to see many of the Olympic venues around our hotel.

London eye

Area outside our hotel, which was right next to the M&M store.

It just so happened that some friends of ours from Switzerland were in London without kids as well and we met up with them at a Thai restaurant at Churchill Arms.  The food and atmosphere was great and then we were off to Waxy O'Connors for a few drinks before a night cap at The W bar where we were staying.

We spent our full day shopping and riding the double decker hop on hop off bus taking in the sights of London.  It was a beautiful day and we finished it by heading to the play Billy Elliot.  It was a fantastic play with many characters being played by children, such amazing talent!!

Loved the red telephone booths everywhere!

London Bridge open for a boat going through.

Square outside our hotel that had Swiss decorations on the pole holding the clock.

Parliament and Big Ben

Changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace

Front of Buckingham Palace

Getting a US favorite at Chipotle - we would have gone back if we had more time : )

It was a short trip, but much needed and we truly enjoyed getting away and not having to worry about speaking a different language!!  We will definitely be getting back with the kids since Hailey has a couple friends from the UK.  Not too mention, we would like to actually take in the sights, such as the Big Eye, London bridge, and London Tower, rather than admire from the distance.