sorry for the delay, but i guess there was something wrong with the connection in malacca. i'm back in klang now.. feeling homesick already :(
**My trip to london was fun and it did broaden my horizons [mission accomplished dad!]
the weather was fantastic, it only rained on one of my last days. it was sunny but it was windy too which was a big plus.
hehe, but i guess the reason i enjoyed my trip so much there was the fact that my body size was average and i'm termed as slim there! i bought a sweater in xs! how cool is that?! and my shirts are all M. here?! i've to squueze myself into a L! it was so easy to find clothes that fit me. and the duration i was there, the word FAT never crossed my mind. not even when i was stuffing my face with ice-creams and chocolates.
the people there were really really friendly too. take the sales assistant for example. they actually provide SERVICE. unlike back home, it's as though we're enforcing slave labour.
it was a pleasure to watch as londoners drive around. they are such courteous drivers! they give a whole new meaning to GIVE WAY :)
and of course, the food has to be a highlight too. i was thankful to be staying with my aunt and cousins as that means i get to try out all the local delights.
transportation there's wonderful. a bit like singapore. only that their 'tubes' are much more complicated and extensive. of course, they were so punctual! i loved it! when it says 1 minute, it really came in a minute.
i reckon that if i actually live in london, i'd be shopping everyday! there's just so much to choose from. the topshop there's about 4 stories high!! it was huge! i whole floor was dedicated to accessories !
so, i've made it my mission to be the spokesperson for england :)
enjoy the pics.
Day 1
- flight was at 12pm.
- had gastric but stupidly drank coffee. therefore, stomach misbehaved the whole journey.
-arrived in heathrow at 5.47 pm [london]
Day 2
the english sure love their tea
i fell in love.....
with this!! it's so yummy!
the full english breakfast jon made for me on my 1st morning :P i was stuffed after that!
emma's [jon's gf] terrier & rottweiler dog, molly. she's so adorable!!!
Day 3
Lunch @ Zizzi's
the unconventional garlic bread
spaghetti bolognese
tiramisu~
L-R: Cam [nic's bf], me, nic, a.esther, jon, keith [nic & jon's cousin]
Day 4
- visited history and science museum
- went to central london. [oxford circus etc]
- had lunch in chinatown
- bought a lovely skirt from mng. it was so huge! 2 storeys!
subway tunnel
outside the history museum
What we probably look like when we're in our 60s
[saggy boobs etc]
nah, this ain't a club. it's the science museum. SERIOUSLY
the history museum
a.esther & nic in young chen's in chinatown
the only time i look so happy eating my greens! :P
it was so windy!
another thing i love about england's their conservation of original buildings. they were all so beautiful
@ the square
recognize this? this background has appeared in many movies
taking a break @ cafe uno
LUSH: a shop that sells the most gorgeous body stuff! soaps, creams, shampoo, massage bars etc. i'd have loved to pack the whole shop in my case!
nic's signature dish: shepherd's pie! it's delicious! i made her make it twice :P
Day 5
-spent a day in chessington theme park.
-all i can say's that thank god nic & jon plucked away my feathers
-the spinning rollercoaster was amazing
Chessington Theme Park
see the difference in height! jon's like a giant compared to me
gosh, this ride was so cute!! full of rubber duckies [shhh! it was actually a kiddies ride and also the place where we got really really wet]
what it feels like to be 12 again!
recognize this? well, this one sprays water too! poor nic got soaked!
nic trying to look comical
queueing up for donuts
it was crunchy on the outside and warm and soooo soft on the inside... donuts~
Day 6
-nic won a songwritting contest and got to meet ne-yo :)
-a.esther and i took a drive to romford where i picked up so many bargains [really nice beige wedges, true star perfume for only RM102 etc]
Morning market in Romford
one of the many beautifully crafted churches in romford
Sainsbury's
can you believe they've one whole row dedicated to potatoes?!
a university student's heaven. these ready-packed meals would end those long tortorous time we take to decide where to have dinner!
the master chef @ work :P
dessert..
Day 7
-spent a day in a recording studio watching nic record her songs
-nic, you've a beautiful voice
-lt was interesting to see how songs are created
-took another trip to romford
-headed to a place called matalan where i bought a military-styled jacket i've always wanted
Day 8
- went to oxford circus
- explored the biggest topshop i've ever been to and also GAP [where i bought this pair of very very soft jeans]
- had lunch in chinatown
- headed off to the theatre district to catch CHICAGO the musical. it was very good!
sandy cohen's breakfast [i'm so addicted to cream cheese: help!!!!]
the sky was gorgeous..gives a whole new meaning to robin blue don't you think? :P
hehe :) this is only half of the topshop building. it's my paradise!
chinatown
well.. i guess everywhere has their own 'petaling street' :P
the theatre where we watched the original 'chicago' musical. ooo~ the 3 of us agree that we've prob never seen so many guy in tights :P
heading home after another great day [anyday with shopping is bound to be a great day]
another homemade special by miss muffett
Day 9
- nic made pancakes for breakfast
- the sun was out, and so was nic right under the sun :P
-went to a couple of tile shops to help a.esther pick some stuff up for her bathroom
- explored Barkingside [where i had the famously delicious pie & mash]
homemade pancakes by miss muffett :) what other way to start a day... yum~
Barkingside
danny's [a cockney place that serves the best pie & mash!]
pie & mash @ danny's
jewish bread: the small ones are bagels... forgotten the name of the big one but absolutely luuurrrrrrve it!
mint-flavoured magnum... delicious!!!
Authentic fish & chips for dinner
Day 10
- spent the day getting ready for my first 'roast'
- started packing up some of my stuff
- started worrying cos my suitcase seems to be shrinking
Roast Lunch @ Moby Dick's
the bar
we had roast for lunch, then...
it was gone!
cam & i outside moby dick after a serious tummy-stretching session
nic making a mouth-watering choc cake!
the two football fans chilling during england vs equador match
Day 11
- my second last day
- nic had to go back to work
- went to ilford to do some last minute shopping
Ilford
a.esther was giggling like a schoolgirl in this shot. [i 'stole' these hats into the fitting rooms and there's this sensor chimes that just won't shut up]
prob the reason for my weight gain :P [you know how i can't resist food, let alone cute ones!]
A.esther and i at McDs
Some last minute cam-whoring shots...
i think a.esther said these were 'profiteros'(???!!!) anyway, they are these yummy cream filled puffs and drizzled with choc sauce
i call this the jon muffett mcdeluxe
as jon attempts to eat it
where my body rests after a day filled with fun :P
Day 12
- my last day in london
- spent the day doing last-minute packing
- left for heathrow at 5pm
- flight was at 10 pm
- goodbyes
When it was time to leave...
It was a great 12 days, and was so hard for me to leave. However silly it may sound... london felt like home and my mum was there all along with me. Thanks to Aunt Esther, Nic & Jon for making my visit a memorable and fantastic one. I loved every second of it!~ :)
p.s: i've become a football fan suddenly! :P
p.s: i've become a football fan suddenly! :P
