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March 31st 2014

Published: April 4th 2014

So, what have we been doing since Janice got back to London from the US? The first couple of days were awash with Janice recovering from jet lag. The most immediate job was putting away all of the things that she brought back from the US. That always means finding a good place for it and of course updating the inventory. Janice’s information on what was happening in London was out of date so sh... Read Full Entry

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Bob & Janice Waller

s v Tsamaya

Like so many others we love to travel and we love to sail so cruising makes a lot of sense. Janice has retired from Cornell as a business manager and Bob has retired from South Seneca school district as the high school principal. It's time to sell the house, get rid of whatever doesn't fit on our 40 foot Caliber LRC named Tsamaya (this means Travel Well in Setswana) and set off to see the world. Our reasons for publishing this blog is twofold, first to keep in touch with our friends and family and secondly to share our experiences. If you would like to receive notification when we have added ... full info

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These gulls found their own post to perch on in Serpentine Lake located in Hyde Park.

Permanent Reminders of Both

Prince Albert Monument on the left (note person standing at the base for size) and Queen Victoria on the right.

The Prince Albert Monument

is impressive in its size, the mosaics, the sculptures and of course the likeness of the Prince himself.

A Camel & An Elephant Help

The statute representations of Asia and Africa at the corners of the Prince Albert Monument.

A Bull and a Bison

help identify Europe & the Americas statute.

Another Addition by the Prince & Queen

Prince Albert & Queen Victoria showing their love by creating this beautiful garden full of fountains in Hyde Park.

"Wildlife" in Hyde Park

The great crested grebe is quite impressive with its bright colors.

Formal Flower Gardens

abound in Hyde Park.

The Serpentine Lake

We enjoyed the views when walking around Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park.

A Squirrel is Exciting to See?

Funny how many tourists we see getting excited & take photos of this “wild” animal in the parks.

Queen Victoria Greets You

when you come to the entrance of Kensington Palace.

A Royal Residence - Kensington Palace

We didn’t happen upon any royals while on our walk near here!

A Couple of the Formal Gardens

located at Kensington Palace, one complete with a palm tree.

Peter Pan Monument in Kensington Garden

as the author took inspiration from the park when writing it.

The Royal Albert Hall of Arts & Science

was dedicated to Prince Albert by Queen Victoria in 1871 and has been housing concerts & events ever since.

The Sun Too Hot in London?

The windows on the “Walkie-Talkie” bldg had to been covered in shade material to prevent damage from the strong reflection from the sun.

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