Time to Go

I am now sitting on the train to go to Heathrow, and I feel ready to go home.

 

It has been a much slower day and I am glad that I went for my walk yesterday, as today was stereotypically English - grey and drizzly.

 

This morning, I experienced the London Underground traveling from Barbican to Baker Street station in order to get to the Royal Academy of Music and it's museum.

The museum was more interesting than it would have been before I did my course with John. I had a close look at the all the features of each instrument and took photos of those that were in individual casings. It was a treat to be able to take my time and some photos too, unlike the museum which Dave and I visited in Cremona. Whilst I was there, a viola was being tried out by someone. I think it's maker was there along with the school's luthier. The sound was amazing and a few people gathered around to listen. Photos were taken of the player and a lady, as well as the Frenchman whom I figure was the maker.

I found some of the Vamoosh books for my students in the shop and made my way back to Shaun's. After getting all my things together, I left the Barbican for the last time.

This morning's trip stood me in good stead for the journey I am making now. The only trouble was I thought I would save some money and get the non-express to Heathrow. I just missed one train and got on the wrong one, but asked another traveller and thankfully got off before it took off. I have left myself plenty of time, so should be ok. Just another little adventure.

It has been a wonderful trip, for which I am most grateful. It is interesting to reflect back on my first diary entry, which I wrote as I was leaving Ballarat. It seems such a long time ago and I have learnt and done so much. Yes, I do think that my study with John will lead me to do something more with it. All I need to do is sharpen my chisel, order some specialist tools, set up a work zone and away I go.

Lincoln steps

I have seen interesting places and have enjoyed the luxury of being able to walk and take photos, enough to just about filled a 16gig SD card!

View of the Pit

River Ouse in flood, York

 

 

I have met so many interesting people and family members, all of whom I would like to keep in contact with.

Louise, Auntie Margaret, Auntie Kathy, Michael

Auntie Elaine and Me, Lincoln

Jackie, John, Eugene

Stephan and Me

I have enjoyed spending quality girly time with my Mum.

Me and Mum in Barnby-in-the-Willows

 

I am so appreciative to the people who encouraged me to partake in this journey and give thanks to especially to my family who allowed me go.

 

Violin bridge detail

Sunset, Burgh Castle

This blog was sent from Home, after trying at Kuala Lumpur. The flights were not too bad, albeit a bit bumpy at times.

 

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