Monday, December 3, 2007

Uneventful...

I should be writing about how wonderful the museums were, but the past two days I have had such a hard time with sleeping and waking up at the appropriate times. I could not go to sleep until 6 am the past two nights; therefore I am sleeping till 2! This is frustrating!
Saturday:
I attempted to visit the National History Museum, but two of the trains I was on decided to shut down. It was a mess..... I had to switch lines, then I ended up going in the wrong direction, so I eventually gave up when I realized the museum was closing in 30 minutes. I decided to check out Oxford Circus instead. Wow- it was crazy! I have never seen so many people on one street in my entire life. This was like Times Square times 3! As soon as I exited the underground station fireworks started going off and Christmas music was blaring. It was amazing. I couldn't stop my self from smiling. I'm sure I looked funny, because I was all by myself grinning from ear to ear. ha. Everyone was oooing and ahhing. It was incredible. After the show ended I continued walking down the street. Sales were everywhere. Huge signs on all the windows displaying mark downs. It took all I had not to buy something..... well ok- I gave in. I bought three scarves, but I am taking two of them back! Snow flurries began landing on my nose, confusing me, because it wasn't that cold. Later, I saw a man on top of a department store building with a snow machine. Christmas Lights and decorations were everywhere. It was so pretty!
Sunday
Unfortunately I slept late AGAIN. I went ahead and took my HUGE 70lbs suitcase to the hostel I am staying at tomorrow night. I refuse to lug all that stuff again. I then went to ALL SOULS church on Oxford Street. I enjoyed the service a lot. It was so cool to sing Christmas carols with Christians that live across the ocean from where I grew up. I sat next to a couple from Australia, who were in town on business. They were really nice. I think I will visit this church again and try it out some more. There were a lot of international people there. I saw many of Asian origin. This encourages me and I can't exactly explain why. I realize that whenever I see someone who is not 'American' I think chances are they aren't a Christian. I shouldn't judge. It was just really cool and uplifting to see Asians, Indians, Spanish, etc. worshipping Christ.
Now:
I have just taken two Tylenol pms and am hoping they kick in soon. I am working tomorrow. For those who don't know: I am over here with the intent on being an 'unqualified social worker'. (Unqualified, because I do not have my masters) I have gone through an agency, UK Pro. They are sending out my paperwork and information to try and get me interviews. Until then they have people call them who need temporary work. So that's what I am doing tomorrow. I will be in Sutton, a borough of London. I am working at a daycare called Tweeddale Children's Center. Isn't that a funny name? I have to be there at 8 30. I am a little nervous about finding it, as it is over an hour and a half away. I change lines 4 times on the tube, then walk/find the bus stop- ride a bus 20 min, and then walk to the address. Pray for me! This will be a challenge. ha
I work till 5 45 and then rush back in rush hour and grab my stuff to check in at my other hostel. I have to obtain my suitcase by 8 if I want it for the night. Tomorrow will be hectic. I am excited though. And hey- its money.....pounds on top of that.

That's all I got-
Cheers!

3 comments:

Jason Viana said...

Ah the wonders of the tube!

Sorry to hear that you are having such a hard time sleeping, hopefully you will get the hang of it shortly...

I knew you would dig Oxford Circus! The amount of people is just crazy and this is definitely the time of year to experience them all!

Another church that is really cool is called Holy Trinity Brompton, and it is located in Kensington...Its Anglican, but they have really cool diversity and a great energy about their services.

Good luck with work tomorrow! That sounds like one heck of a commute...but at least you wont be stuck in traffic on 280 :)

Keep the posts coming!

Cheers!

Jason

Laurel said...

Hopefully your sleep schedule will work itself out soon. I'm so inspired by you Alison! Way to take on a new country all by yourself! :) Update about work when you get a chance.

Anonymous said...

When I lived in Germany it took me some time to get my night and days straight too. Hopefully it won't take you too much longer.

The kids ask about you all the time and want you to come and play. We all miss you!! They say their prayers which include you all the time.


We look forward to reading more about your adventures. :)

Cheers and God Bless!!
Jeff