I think we'll be going back!
Friday, June 27, 2008
Bekonscot
First Train Ride
Sheep Pasture
Happy Mama
I just can't seem to get enough of the castles. This one is just outside Newbury where Dylan works. It is called Highclare Castle, one of the wings is still inhabitated by the same family who has lived in it for generations. Styker's summer party was on the castle grounds last weekend. Part of the castle is open to the public for tours and is also available to rent for events. I am trying to find my way onto a guest list.
Tractor
Odds Farm
We have been going on some day trips with my friend Danielle's aunt who ironically lives in Marlow. She is wonderful and is kind enough to show us around and spend the day with a toddler! On this day we went to Odds Farm, a farm that caters to kids while also raising rare domestic breeds of animals. We rode on a tractor, fed the goats, cows, pigs and sheep and cried when the rooster sang his cocka-doddle-do. As a result, they have quickly gone down on his list of favorite animals.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
More swans
Swans

Aidan has also made friends with the ducks and swans that live in the river. Luckily for him the swans are quite tame. There is a tagging ceremony every year where they are officially named the Queen's swans. I have to admit they do act like the royal swans, they quite well mannered but one did go in my bag looking for food. I was afraid he might report me to the Queen so I let him help himself.
Picnic
Car ride
Marlow Regatta
Park

We have already put in many hours at the park. It is incredibly kid friendly, there are toddler areas, activities for new walkers, and equipment for big kids too. The ground is a spongy material so really nice for tumbles. It located in the bigger Higginson Park which has gorgeous walking paths along the river. My personal favorite is the Cafe in the Park which is a fantastic cafe where we have had lunch and I have had my fair share of lattes.
High Street
Claremont Gardens
Cutting the grass
Backyard
House
Marlow

Greetings! Dylan, Aidan and I are settling in well and enjoying living in our little village called Marlow. It is located just west of London, about 25 minutes from Heathrow. We have frequent plane and helicopter traffic which Aidan never gets tired of. From the main road into Marlow from the highway (or motorway here) you cross this really adorable and skinny bridge. I'll get more shots of it later. The River Thames runs underneath and this is the same river that runs through London. It is very recreational with many river boats and rowing.
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