Moving Day....again

Here we go again.

I'm packing my bags from my temporary flat, calling the taxi and moving to Clapham South. The good news: I only have three bags to move and can carry it all in one trip. The bad news: I have to have to take a very expensive taxi to get it all done at once. (Otherwise, it would include three tube trips with heavy baggage.)

After a very long day at the office yesterday, I got the keys to my new flat. I am so exicted to have my own space again. I had to have the property manager show me how to use the heat, hot water, etc. I can't believe how little things are so different in two separate countries. I just need to be patient until my stuff comes from the movers on 2-Feb. It will be great to have all my linens, clothes, etc.

I went for dinner and drinks on Thursday at a restaurant overlooking the city. The view was simply amazing. Afterward, we went to the Savoy for a drink in the American Bar. The Savoy is very nice but old. I wouldn't spend the money to stay there. But, I guess I'm spoiled after a year at the Hyatt in Seattle. To put it in perspective, the room rate (for a SMALL hotel room) was about $400 and that is considered cheap. I paid over $10 for a beer. This whole city is expensive though.

I need to get my new broadband sorted out at the house so may be out of commission for a bit. I will definitely keep posting once I am back online.