One Night in London
Arrival
Luckily was bumped to first class on the way over so I took full advantage of the fast track customize lane at Heathrow Airport. Air Canada also has an arrivals lounge at the airport which allowed me a quick shower, cappuccino, and email check. It was nice to start the morning fresh.
Lunch
I met up with my good mate Stephen in advertising central, not the area’s official name, but certainly apt by my account. A quick perusal of Charlotte Street (near Goodge Street Station, and a short walk from Oxford Circus) reveals the London office of Saatchi & Saatchi and a host of other agencies and media related companies. We hit up a local pub for lunch and have an A Spal cider and Fish bap sandwich. After I make my way up to Willesden Green where Stephen & Morgan are now located and promptly conk out for a 2 hr nap.
Dinner

I wake up late and gather myself for dinner in a hurry. On the way out of the house it takes me about 5-10 minutes to figure out how to use the British locking mechanism on their door. Pull the handle up once the door is closed to engage the deadbolt, then turn the key around to lock. In the meantime one of the cats have escaped. I chase the pesky little bastard across the yard. He hops up onto the fence, shoots me a mischievous glance, and disappears down the alley. I realize I’ve forgotten my Oyster transit card inside. Upon retrieval the other obedient cat decides I’m an idiot and bolts out the door in chase of his buddy. Continue Reading

