London- Days Two and Three

Thursday- 

Well Thursday was definitely one of the most tiring days in London. Beginning our day at 6am, we went on a three part tour to Windsor Castle, the city of Bath, and Stonehenge. Now Stonehenge was probably my favorite and I’ll tell you why later. But first, Windsor. Despite the short amount of time we were able to spend there, every moment was breathtaking. Sadly I wasn't allowed to take pictures inside, but the outside was just as spectacular. I wouldn't mind living in a castle of my own. My favorite part of the castle was St. George’s Cathedral. I can’t really describe how amazing it was, you just have to go there. 

Next was the city of Bath where we got to see the Roman Baths and the countryside of England. It was quite informational and I appreciated learning a brief history about it. Oh and I also got to drink the bath water? It was actually just hot water? Apparently there’ s some sort of healing power in it so hopefully it gave me super powers or something. 

And lastly, we traveled to Stonehenge. Now, some of you may be thinking well it’s just a bunch of rocks, right? NO. It is so much more. Being able to enjoy the view of Stonehenge along with the beautiful countryside surrounding you is an indescribable feeling. Maybe this doesn’t happen to everyone who visits, but for me, I really connected. After giving you a small history of Stonehenge (for the most part just hypotheses as to what it means), they instruct you to just relax and take in the view and see what it means to you. I don’t really know what it meant or knew how to feel, but I felt so connected to the Earth and nature and everything felt etherial. Maybe I’m crazy, but I loved it. 

Friday- 

Friday was more of a relaxing day; we toured Buckingham Palace and watched the changing of the guard and were able to have afternoon tea. However, the palace was slightly disappointing because we were only able to tour a small fraction of the amount of rooms in the palace. But otherwise, it was a nice day. 

I am now writing to you as I ride the train to Southampton. It rained earlier this morning and now the sun is out and the views are gorgeous. I also met a couple more SAS girls in London so I feel a little less alone. Still miss my friends and family right now. (drinking a beer- sorry mom)