Autumn in London

Leaving Paris was not easy, but I returned to a dazzling London full of beautiful Autumn weather.  Crisp, cool days, clear skies, and leaves starting to turn golden hues every where you looked.  Hyde Park is just a short stroll from my Notting Hill flat, so I was able to make the most of the weather with daily strolls along its many paths and on a particularly lovely Sunday, I organized a picnic on Hampstead Heath with my friend Scott - a perfect way to get readjusted to London living.

I am within the two month mark of the time I have left on this leg of my adventure, and I cannot believe how quickly it has gone.  As much as I have loved it, I am also a bit ready to return to my little house in Washington (despite how crazy it seems there these days!), my friends and family, and of course, my pup.  That said, I still have a few more excursions planned and a few visitors in the queue!   I am looking forward to having two fellow lovers of London visit in the next few weeks and rediscovering this city with them!

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It's Only Rock 'n' Roll (But I Like It)

Last night I checked one off the bucket list and saw The Rolling Stones in concert.  And not just any concert, but their highly anticipated return to Hyde Park after their landmark show there over 40 years ago.  From the weather to the venue to the band (of course), I really can't imagine a more perfect London evening.

From the opening chords of Start Me Up to the final notes of Satisfaction, the energy in the park from on stage and in the crowd was infectious and exhilarating.

The set list was packed full of hits and crowd pleasers, including Beast of Burden, which absolutely made my night.

Not bad for a bunch of guys hovering around 70...