Saturday, August 1, 2009

Day 115: Somerset, England

After arriving yesterday and enjoying a nice evening out last night, our plan for today was to take a train from London out to Somerset and spend some time in the country with Archana's parents.

Having finally gotten the chance to meet Archana's parents we spent a good part of the day chatting and getting to know each other. We also found time for a few drinks and a nice afternoon nap. Their hospitality has been amazing and chatting with them felt like we've known each other for so long.

Although we didn't do particularly much during the day, Archana, Ilana, & I did take an hour for a quick outdoor walk to get a little exercise and I did snap a few photos.


(The stream nearby that we encountered on our nature walk.)


(Ilana & Archana stopping willfully for a photo on our walk.)


(A photo of the green English countryside.)


(Archana & Ilana approach a horse on the road.)


(Archana's parents house in the village in the distance in this photo.)


(The gang going out for dinner at a nearby English restaurant.)

We can't thank Mr. & Mrs. Doraiswamy enough for welcoming us into their home and treating us like one of the family. Thank you so much for your hospitality. Today truly meant a lot to both of us.

FJ

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