Hello from across the sea

There will be pictures of our adventures in London soon--soon as Dave downloads them onto the computer that is. We had a great time w/ Helen (Dave's sis) while we were there. We saw Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminister Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the National Art Gallery. The architecture in the city was absolutely amazing!

We also got to hang out with Dave's cousin and her beautiful, three little girls. They were all quite energetic and lots of fun. We went on walk in Kent to a church where some Eddy's originated. There is a placque on a the all of the church that speaks of an Eddy that was a vicor there until 1616. It was pretty cool to find Eddy family where Nelson family lived, all the way on the other side of the ocean. Had a great ham dinner and then went out for a walk to see the cows--which had gotten out (they only have three). Joanne (Dave's cousin) lives on a nice size farm in Kent w/ pigs, chickens, and supposedly (although I never saw them) cows. We had a lot of fun though--even without the cows.

We left London this morning (after Helen thankfully waking us in time to catch a train to get to the airport on time) and arrived in Belfast this afternoon. Straight after a great lunch of wheaten bread (LOVE IT!) and homemade veggitable soup, we decorated the Christmas tree. That done, we chatted with Uncle Robin & watched his version of our wedding video. Then we got ready for Christmas dinner with Mervyn's side of the family. We had an enormous dinner and great fun seeing the family. Adam (best man from wedding) and his new wife, Frances, were here as well, we may see them for lunch on Wednesday. Anyway--That's enough updating for one night, Dave is trying to drag me to bed. It's after midnight here! (5 hours ahead--don't forget if you try to call, lol). Well-love and miss you all!

L

p.s. sorry for the terrible spelling lately-spell check isn't working and I'm a "rubbish" speller-as they would say over here.

London AND Bust

Well, we're here! We arrived in London this morning with little sleep, but ready to explore London. Helen met us at the airport and we dropped by her flat to get rid of our bags. After a cup of tea we headed off to see Big Ben, the Palace (no dudes in red w/ fuzzy hats though--sad), and Westminister Abbey (from outside). We also saw The Ritz (also from the outside). The architecture in London is AMAZING! We took some great photos, silly ones included. It was absolutely beautiful and we had a great time walking around the city. Tomorrow we go visit some of the family and Sunday we have a day out again. Maybe see a musical tomorrow night? Don't know yet. Well, I'm off here. I'm absolutely EXHAUSTED. My Gin & Tonic is only making me sleepier and we haven't even eaten dinner yet! I know Dave and I (and Helen too) will probably hit the sack early tonight, we're all pretty pooped. Well, love you!

p.s. miss you Sophie!

Yay-Boo

Yay-I'm done with my hardest exams!!!!!!

Boo-ran over a really stupid black cat yesterday

Yay-got to hang out with my friend Sophie in Asheville today

Boo-I still have two more papers to write and one more exam

Yay-we're leaving for London on Wednesday

Boo-8 hour flight--probably no sleep (but maybe I'll knock myself out w/ Dramamine)

Yay-friend Tim is coming to stay hang with us tonight

Boo-I have a headache....so I'm gonna get off here.

Cute pix :)

In America

In America you can....

own and have a license for a gun even if you're not responsible enough to use one

pretend that gas is cheap since the government subsidizes it anyway, and continue to use up our finite supply of natural resources

have a massiver SUV/truck and drive it around all by yourself

BUT.............


YOU STILL HAVE TO DRIVE ON JUST ONE SIDE OF THE ROAD AT A TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (just like every other country)

friggin 'A' people, it's bad enough you drive huge cars when you don't need to, but don't run me and my lil Honda off the road just cause you can't control you're massive beast of a vehicle

Go to Iraq-stay away from D.C.

This just in:
If you consider that there has been an average of 160,000 troops in the Iraq theatre of operations during the last 22 months, and a total of 2,112 deaths, that gives a firearm death rate of 60 per 100,000 soldiers.

The firearm death rate in Washington D.C. is 80.6 per 100,000 for the same period.

That means that you are about 25% more likely to be shot and killed in the U.S. Capitol which has some of the strictest gun control laws in the nation, than you are in Iraq .

Conclusion:

The U.S. should pull out of Washington D.C.


P.S.--if we had stricter gun control laws, like maybe Canada, we wouldn't have this problem

The End of School is Near

So, this is my last full week of this school term. My first final exam is Tuesday, then I have another on Thursday and two on Friday. My last one is next Wednesday. I'm really excited about leaving for London next Thursday-but I can't really think about leaving until all my papers are done and my exams are over. I'm really going to miss everyone here, especially my friend Sophie, while I'm away this Christmas. I'll miss being with my family at Christmas, but I'm so excited to see Dave's family--especially Nana & Gaga and Uncle Doug & Aunt Mercel who I haven't seen since I was in Ireland last. Well--I'm at a friend's house watching the Survivor I missed on Thursday--so I'm gonna jet. Luvs!

I LOVE PICTURES...I'm addicted---yup

Thanskgiving and family

Thanksgiving was amazing this year! The best ever I think. I got to spend so much time with my family--real quality time. I feel like I got to have some good conversations--especially with my older brother who I see very little. I made a point to hang around both my grandfathers as well, as neither of them are in great shape right now. I love Thanksgiving so much because it's all about family and spending time with them. I just wanted to say to all my family that this Thanksgiving was wonderful, you guys made it so special for me, and you have no idea how much that meant both Dave and I. He loved it as much as I did. I know I'll cherish this Thanksgiving forever in my heart. I love you family!

P.S. this pic was taken at our apartment when Bethany came up to stay with us before Thanksgiving--I think it's really good!

Thanksgiving pics

Thanksgiving pics

The weekend

Well, the weekend didn't quite go as planned. Friday as I was driving home from school I started feeling really bad, like I might not make it home before I threw up. I got home and threw up for the next several hours. I had food poisoning. Friday was miserable. Saturday morning I was supposed to take the Praxis. I got up and thought I was feeling good enough to go. So, I got in the shower and then started feeling a little weird. Next thing I knew I was laying on the floor. Yup, I passed out. Good thing I missed hitting my head on the toilet, I just grazed my chin on the trashcan, other than that I was fine. Dave took me back to bed and I realized I couldn't go to the test. So, I STILL haven't taken the test, but am going to reschedule it for January. I laid aroud the house on Saturday and watched movies and played Monpoley with Bethany and Dave. I felt better Sunday, although I have YET to gain back my appitite, I'm not feeling sick after I eat anymore, so that's good. But, I've had a great time hanging out with B, so that's been really good. Anyway, just thought I'd update you on the "test" situation.

We're leaving for my parents for Thanksgiving tonight. I LOVE Thanksgiving. It's my favorite holiday. I hope you guys have a great one! And I hope I have my appetite back by Thursday!!!

L

Yay!

My litle sis, B, is up here this weekend and until Tuesday! I'm so excited! We're already having fun. She came and picked me up at school yesterday (that's a switch huh?) and we went to the coffee shop and hung out for a few hours. I introduced her to one of my favorite girl teenagers, Sophie, who works a the coffee shop. Today she's on her own for a few hours (supposedly doing homework, but probably watching movies and reading Glamour, J/K B!) while I'm at school. This afternoon I think we're gonna go on a hike in Deep Creek State Park (or is it National, I dunno). Tomorrow we're probably gonna have a girl's day out and go to Asheville and walk around, maybe watch a movie too. I think she'll really like Asheville. Sunday we're going to go to church then gather up the youth group girls and go see a ballet here at Western. The Atlanta Ballet company are here for the weekend, I hope it's good. Anyway, that's our plan for the weekend, I just love having her up here (maybe some day she'll move here???). K--peace people, I got work to do.

P.S. BIG prayer request. I have a huge test tomorrow morning (crack O dawn), and it's going to decide whether I can get into the teaching college here. Please pray that I will do well. I only have to take the math portion, but I'm TERRIBLE AT MATH and I'm pretty nervous. PRAY HARD!

P.S.S. Bethany only got on the wrong road ONE time on the way up here and she figured it out really quickly--I think that's pretty good :)!

Tests

Which is worse: that I'm pretty sure I failed two tests or that, at this moment, I really don't care?

the library

I have been in the library for the past 3 hours. I am only going to leave in a minute to grab some food, then I'll be returning for another 3 hours. I feel as though this staring at my computer screen will never stop. I wonder if the burning sensation in my leg is related to the computer overheating my lap. My eyes are droopy but I refuse to injest myself with loads of caffiene and sugar (just yet), but coffee must happen VERY soon. I pray to God he makes this week seem short to me. Once this week is done with things will calm down until exams. Not too much longer now--although I hate to think of what next semester brings as I will be conquering more hours than I have now--probably 18 or 20. Will it ever stop? I need food and am leaving my spot to find some sustanance (I realize that is spelled wrong). Ok, going now--hope you guys are having more fun than I am

P.S. I am actually REALLY REALLY excited about my little sister coming up here on Thursday. I can't wait to see her and spend time with her. Pray that she doesn't get lost on the way up here :).

My nephew's halloween pix--SO CUTE!

The full story

Ok, so several of you have wanted to know the full story of my wreck. I haven't posted it as of yet because, well, it was my fault. I was very sick the day of the wreck and should have stayed home from school. However, I had a test that day and thought I would go and then come back right after the test. I wasn't paying attention like I should have been on the way there (my head feeling like it weighed about 50 lbs) and I ended up running a red light and smashing into a Jeep Cherokee at about 55 mph. The other person was ok (they were driving a BIG friggin vehicle). I'm just SO thankful to God that he kept us both safe during my stupidity. That's the story folks.

I drove again the other day (borrowed vehicle) without crying for the first time, so that was good. Everything scares me when I get in a car now. I almost need to take drugs just to ride. But, I'm recovering from my fear. We're planning on buying my older brother's Honda from him next week, but are carpooling until then (thank you to all those who have given us a ride), we have amazing friends and church family who have been helping us out. Ok, I'm in class, so I really should get off here. That's the story and I'm stickin to it.

The Wreck

I'm ok--just so you know guys. I'm pretty sore but getting better. I'm trying to catch up on all the work I've missed in the last week from being sick and the wreck and so on--it sure is piling up! Hopefully I'll get all caught up over the weekend. I gotta eat then go to class--but seriously--I'm ok.

The "old" car and the wreck I had yesterday--ugh

Halloween Party--I was an 80's prom queen and Dave was an American--LOL!