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Aladdin Pantomime at the Hackney Empire

Posted on 2 January 2010 by g

This evening we wrapped up our Christmas festivities in London with another British tradition — the Aladdin Pantomime at the Hackney Empire. It was an interesting experience and best enjoyed with a pint of beer :-). Pantomime (not mime) is … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Season…London Style

Posted on 20 December 2009 by k

Last Thursday morning, G and I weren’t entirely sure of what to do with our new-found time. Our families are out of town. Our friends are spending the holidays with their families. And we had decided to spend this year … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on 2 January 2009 by k

21220 21226 We’re back home in London now after a marathon visit to see our families in the States last week. It was lovely to see you all! After 3 days back in the office, we treated ourselves to Lebanese … Continue reading →

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Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre

Posted on 28 August 2008 by g

Having been here for two years, we have covered most of London. But there are a few things he haven’t done. One is the Globe Theatre. Tonight we are seeing Timon of Athens in the original Shakespeare theatre. We are … Continue reading →

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Romeo, Romeo…Where Art Thou?

Posted on 20 July 2008 by k

20043 Regent’s Park, of course 🙂 In town this weekend and surprised by brilliant weather despite the ominous rain forecasts, we decided to enjoy the great outdoors London style. First, a 5 mile walk about the Parks (our usual Primrose … Continue reading →

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Munnar – Land of Rolling Green Hills

Posted on 14 January 2008 by k

16803 Sometimes in a children’s fairytale, the illustrator will depict pristine, well manicured, low-growing hills of green. Once upon a time, G and I felt we had found the source of their inspiration. Surely, they were depicting the Italian and … Continue reading →

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Cochin – Entering God’s Own Country

Posted on 13 January 2008 by k

16008 Cochin was our gateway into the state of Kerala, self-proclaimed God’s Own Country. Until this point, we had made our own travel arrangements. But as we reviewed the guide books in advance of our trip, we were overwhelmed by … Continue reading →

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