Arriving in London

When we landed in Heathrow airport all the families with small children got sent in a fast lane for immigration. It was awesome. Guess there are some perks to bringing the ol’ ball n 2 chainz. Took awhile to get to our place because London is freakin HUGE! 

This is where we are staying. A motor barge that was built in 1957. Nearly the entire boat is made of wood, a lot of it is teak. It’s 8000sqft with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 2 kitchens and a little library. We’re in the family room that sleeps 4.

The couple that own it are witnesses, the entire staff are witness and only people who rent out rooms are witnesses. The maintenance guy is a brother from Lithuanian. The couple that are the caretakers are from Italy. They all live on the boat. So cool! We haven’t seen the whole place yet cuz I’m scared to walk around for fear I may run into a sweet and pleasant witness. Or have to explain to them where Oregon is since, NO ONE HAS HEARD OF IT. When I finally say, “we’re right above California.” They’re like “Ohhh, yes, California!” So far I see lots of nautical, pillowy reading corners. 

      After taking a nap upon arrival, Jared and I (with 2 chainz) wandered the streets near our place in search for food.

We stumbled across a steakhouse right on the Thames. The girls, since they hadn’t napped like us, could barely walk they were so tired. So as soon as we were seated they passed out. 

After stuffing our faces with an awesome dinner we carried the girls back to the boat around 11pm and passed out.

     So, every morning we get a full breakfast and eat with whoever is on “holiday” here in the dining room. The couple that own the boat happen to be staying here as well for their anniversary. They live in Holland. They made us a great traditional English breakfast this morning. Beans and toast with ham. She also made pancakes for the girls too. Jared was awake all night long so he’s been sleeping all morning. It was just me and the girls. We ate with two couples from England that vacationed here just for the weekend. They were so fun and funny. They actually know the Beadle’s (English couple in our hall) and were telling me crazy stories about them. I was laughing really hard. 

Art and Angela arrive tomorrow. Not sure what we’re doing today but if its noteworthy I’ll update you. Miss you all and love you guys!