Picnicking

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I'm really not sure why we haven't taken more advantage of picnics in London. We have had them, but it's only now that we realized we haven't had them enough. The weather has been superb and the parks are just around the corner. It would be a shame to look back one day and feel that we missed golden opportunities. That's why we're changing habits here, we're welcoming the beautiful British tradition of grabbing our books, blankets, cheese, crackers, drinks, sandwiches, fruits and head to the greens (as many times as possible).

Picnic at St. James Park

Check Mate

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The other day when I was heading home from the gym, I noticed something unusual going on at Trafalgar Square. I got a little closer and found a gigantic chess set with these lovely decorated pieces:





I learned that the chess set launches this years London Design festival. It consists 32 two metre high ceramic pieces on a mosaic glass chess board that were designed and created by Spanish artist Jaime Hayon. Unfortunately, it was too early in the morning so there were no contestants around to play with.




These are the things that make London such an amazing place to live in!

A morning walk in the park

For the first time in a long-long-long time, I've been to the gym four days in a row! It's definitely not easy to develop a workout routine, but now that I'm working out again I can't stop wondering why in the world I don't do this more often. On the days when I don't have to be at the office early, I've been walking back home through St. James Park. This picture was taken this morning around 8:15 am.

I thank God for the opportunity to live in such a beautiful city. But above all, I am thankful for health, peace and the abundant joy that only He can provide.