Unexpected Observations/Random weird things:
1. They really do have bad teeth! Not everyone but waaaayy more people than I was expecting.
2. They're crazy about their electricity. Each plug on the wall has a switch right next to it to turn that plug on or off. So if they're not using the TV that's plugged into the wall, besides turning off the TV they turn off the plug. What's worse is when a surge protector (power strip) is plugged into the wall, they turn the button off on the surge protector AND the plug at the wall! If you turn it off at the wall, turning the surge protector off doesn't help any!
3. I've seen more Ferrari's and Bentley's here in one day than I've seen in my whole life in Nashville. Yesterday alone I think I might have seen 9 or 10 Bentley's and probably 5 Ferrari's.
4. They drive incredibly fast and stop at the very last second!
5. Looking right then left is incredibly unnatural.
6. The sun here doesn't set till about 10pm! Until about 9:30 it's just as bright as it was in the morning. (In the morning it rises around 4-I'm told...)
7. They have horrible social skills here. They're all shy and NO ONE speaks on the tube or trains. They all read newspapers or books. The don't ever look you in the eye either. They look down as they pass you.
8. I haven't seen air conditioning on anywhere. But windows and doors stay open all day and a little while into the night.
9. Wireless internet isn't as prevalent here.
10. London is HUGE! About 60milesx40miles. About the size of Gallatin to Brentwood or Franklin as "Nashville".
11. It's incredibly hilly where I live (and a lot of other places). It looks like San Francisco when I look out of my front door.
12. Unfortunately everything is really expensive. My lunch 2 days ago (just a sandwich and fries and 1 beer) cost $15 (US). The exchange rate is almost 2lbs/1 dollar. =(
13. They curse and swear here a TON and no one cares or seems to think anything of it. Little kids go by talking like sailors...they also smoke too.
That's all I can think of for now...But there's more...gotta go get ready to meet Chris.
If you're reading this I probably love you!
garrett
2. They're crazy about their electricity. Each plug on the wall has a switch right next to it to turn that plug on or off. So if they're not using the TV that's plugged into the wall, besides turning off the TV they turn off the plug. What's worse is when a surge protector (power strip) is plugged into the wall, they turn the button off on the surge protector AND the plug at the wall! If you turn it off at the wall, turning the surge protector off doesn't help any!
3. I've seen more Ferrari's and Bentley's here in one day than I've seen in my whole life in Nashville. Yesterday alone I think I might have seen 9 or 10 Bentley's and probably 5 Ferrari's.
4. They drive incredibly fast and stop at the very last second!
5. Looking right then left is incredibly unnatural.
6. The sun here doesn't set till about 10pm! Until about 9:30 it's just as bright as it was in the morning. (In the morning it rises around 4-I'm told...)
7. They have horrible social skills here. They're all shy and NO ONE speaks on the tube or trains. They all read newspapers or books. The don't ever look you in the eye either. They look down as they pass you.
8. I haven't seen air conditioning on anywhere. But windows and doors stay open all day and a little while into the night.
9. Wireless internet isn't as prevalent here.
10. London is HUGE! About 60milesx40miles. About the size of Gallatin to Brentwood or Franklin as "Nashville".
11. It's incredibly hilly where I live (and a lot of other places). It looks like San Francisco when I look out of my front door.
12. Unfortunately everything is really expensive. My lunch 2 days ago (just a sandwich and fries and 1 beer) cost $15 (US). The exchange rate is almost 2lbs/1 dollar. =(
13. They curse and swear here a TON and no one cares or seems to think anything of it. Little kids go by talking like sailors...they also smoke too.
That's all I can think of for now...But there's more...gotta go get ready to meet Chris.
If you're reading this I probably love you!
garrett
posted by Garrett at 3:56 AM
3 Comments:
Yay, you're there!! :) I'm relieved... And your comments are hysterical! I am sure this is just the beginning of your bizarro-world observations...that's definitely what it feels like when you enter into another country/culture. You may even dislike it for the first couple of weeks---but it'll win you over in the long run. Just be glad the pubs are everywhere--alcohol has to loosen up those Brits some, right?? :)
I love you! Have fun and post all your pictures for me!
Well, welcome to the Big City! People are more likely to put on their street face for a little added protection, but a smile and courtesy are blessings in any culture. Jennifer said years ago that she had never seen so many Porches,BMW's and Mercedes until she vacationed at Kiawah Island. With the wonderful opportunities of London or any World class site comes its downsides of expense, personal safety, crowd/crowding, but many believe it is worth it. I am still envious. I could find something very interesting just standing on any street corner in London.
Enjoy, Enjoy
RVM
You love me? Garrett....I never knew you had such feelings :P
For real though, thats awesome. Keep us updated and have a blast!
Chad
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