Nestof3 Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I have no idea what happened. My dad came over tonight to pay me for the ancestry.com subscription I bought which I have been using to research his family tree. He knows very little of his mother's side of the family because her parents died when she was 14 and she was raised an orphan after that. So, anyway, he just said my brother called him this morning and told him about London. He said he thought I should go -- that it was the chance of a lifetime. I told him that my mom offered to pay for my ticket, and he said I should take her up on it because she doesn't really spend money anymore. So, dh and I dropped the boys off at their piano recital pizza party and went to dinner. He asked what my dad and I talked about. I told him London. I then said that my brother invited him as well and that he was getting an apartment for 7 weeks. I asked if he would consider coming out to spend four days there (not including travel days). He said I was definitely going, that I deserved it, that he would try to make it some as well, but that there was no way I was going to miss it. He was all excited. I was like: :confused: He asked if that was why I was distant, and I told him I was just afraid to bring the conversation up. He looked confused like I should have no problem talking to him about it. I told him that he was nitpicking the other night, and he said he didn't know what happened to him but he thinks he just felt so left out of something so great. Oh, and walking into the restaurant, we were talking about our piano instructor and how her personality is rather dull but how she is a great teacher. I said, "You know, it's hard to find a person who has everything." He said, "Well, you do." Sometimes I feel like I live in the twilight zone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyBee Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Well, I'm sorry for your roller coaster, but :hurray::hurray::hurray::party: Have a GREAT time! I've always wanted to go to London! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 :party: I'm glad you're going. Enjoy it. And send us a picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Oh, Dawn, this makes me so happy :001_smile:!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Great news, Dawn. I didn't respond to your original post, but I sure hope you have the time of your life on your trip!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovelaughs_times_three Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 :hurray: Have fun! What a cool trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 He asked if that was why I was distant, and I told him I was just afraid to bring the conversation up. He looked confused like I should have no problem talking to him about it. I told him that he was nitpicking the other night, and he said he didn't know what happened to him but he thinks he just felt so left out of something so great. Sounds like you guys need to talk this stuff out more. :) He probably didn't realize what an impact his comments had and you gave his comments too much weight. Anyhow...Yea! Glad it worked out for you. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 :hurray: You are going to have the most amazing time!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Yeah!!!! :hurray: hmmmmm....maybe you should get his confimation in writing....LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Yay! :hurray::hurray: :seeya: When do you leave? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Oh, you deserve to go! So glad you'll get the opportunity and I can't wait to hear all about it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 WONDFUL! I am very jealous, I love London. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Yay! I am SO happy for you, Dawn! Congratulations, and have a marvelous time! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in WI Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Yay! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Hooray! I'm so glad you are going. How soon do you leave? Last night I watched a Samantha Brown "Weekends" episode where she goes to London. She went to an open air market with a friend and ate the most amazing-looking grilled cheese sandwich. I haven't stopped drooling since. :) Can't wait to hear all about your trip (and any grilled cheese sandwiches you might have!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 :party::party:It's party time! You'll have to blog those awesome photos you'll be taking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kht2006 Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Yay! Have an awesome time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Maybe he read the board. :D Anyhow....:party: Congratulations and have an amazing time!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 That's great news!! I didn't comment on your original post, but I did read it. I'm glad your DH had a change of heart. Sometimes men just get in moods....I know mine does LOL! Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iquilt Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Woohoo! Have a fantastic time! I'm completely jealous, what a great trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathmom Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Last night I watched a Samantha Brown "Weekends" episode where she goes to London. She went to an open air market with a friend and ate the most amazing-looking grilled cheese sandwich. I haven't stopped drooling since. :) Can't wait to hear all about your trip (and any grilled cheese sandwiches you might have!). We saw that and I want one too!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Sometimes I feel like I live in the twilight zone. I feel like that more times than not! I am so glad you are going on the trip after all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flossboss Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 How exciting (about London, that is....). I spent only a day there last September and FELL IN LOVE with the city!!! It's so beautiful, amazing and steeped in history. I can't wait to take a nice, long trip there some day and really explore! Have a great time and keep us posted on your journey! Shawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I Sometimes I feel like I live in the twilight zone. Stock up on flashlight batteries. Have a wonderful time in London! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquinas Academy Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Maybe he read the board. :D I thought of that too. :lol: :hurray:I'm so happy for you Dawn! Have a wonderful trip and be sure to tell us all about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Yay! So happy for you! :party::thumbup: Have fun and take lots of pictures. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm so glad you are going, Dawn!!!:grouphug: DO NOT miss doing the Beefeater Tour at the Tower of London. Trust me, I've been all over the world and it's one of the single-most interesting things I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YLVD Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I have no idea what happened. My dad came over tonight to pay me for the ancestry.com subscription I bought which I have been using to research his family tree. He knows very little of his mother's side of the family because her parents died when she was 14 and she was raised an orphan after that. So, anyway, he just said my brother called him this morning and told him about London. He said he thought I should go -- that it was the chance of a lifetime. I told him that my mom offered to pay for my ticket, and he said I should take her up on it because she doesn't really spend money anymore. So, dh and I dropped the boys off at their piano recital pizza party and went to dinner. He asked what my dad and I talked about. I told him London. I then said that my brother invited him as well and that he was getting an apartment for 7 weeks. I asked if he would consider coming out to spend four days there (not including travel days). He said I was definitely going, that I deserved it, that he would try to make it some as well, but that there was no way I was going to miss it. He was all excited. I was like: :confused: He asked if that was why I was distant, and I told him I was just afraid to bring the conversation up. He looked confused like I should have no problem talking to him about it. I told him that he was nitpicking the other night, and he said he didn't know what happened to him but he thinks he just felt so left out of something so great. Oh, and walking into the restaurant, we were talking about our piano instructor and how her personality is rather dull but how she is a great teacher. I said, "You know, it's hard to find a person who has everything." He said, "Well, you do." Sometimes I feel like I live in the twilight zone. Yay!!! Now go and enjoy yourself! :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 That is so wonderful! Have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Dawn, I'm soooo glad you are going! I have to tell you that your situation made me remember a couple that we knew once. The story was similar. The dh would say the MOST shocking things, or even have an irrational outburst of anger or irritation and then turn around and be completely rational and normal. He ended up having a brain tumor!! It was finally discovered when he began having some vision issues. He had surgery to remove it and has been perfectly NORMAL ever since surgery. He has not acted like that again. I just wanted to throw that out...not to scare you, but just to ponder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicAnn Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 London is a fun city. Make sure you buy your pass for the subway/bus in the US because it is cheaper that way. If you can go to the theatre, there is lots in London and it is less expensive and easier to get ticket than in NYC. If you want the Shakespeare experience, go to the Globe to see a play. Remember you might have jet lag for a day. You will never be able to do everything or see everything. But that's okay. Anything you see, just plan to see it on your next trip to London. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diane in CO Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Yeah! I am so excited for you :D I am glad that your DH had a change of heart!!! Diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprimis Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm so happy to read this! Have an amazing trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm so glad you are going, Dawn!!!:grouphug: DO NOT miss doing the Beefeater Tour at the Tower of London. Trust me, I've been all over the world and it's one of the single-most interesting things I've ever seen. :iagree: There are parts of the Tower you won't see (the chapel?) unless you go on this tour. They are also stationed around the Tower and ready to answer questions-from where is the bathroom to those of greater historical importance. Also-don't miss the Victoria and Albert Museum. Lots of folks pass it up in favor of some of the bigger names. If you have time -- it is amazing! And I think admission is free. The list goes on and on... I love London! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Dawn, I'm teary-eyed just reading this!!! I am so happy and excited for you. I feel all giddy, like jumping up and down giddy for you. :party::party: :party: :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 :iagree: There are parts of the Tower you won't see (the chapel?) unless you go on this tour. They are also stationed around the Tower and ready to answer questions-from where is the bathroom to those of greater historical importance. It is a history buff's dream! The White Tower was started by William the Conquerer early in the 1080s! You can see where Anne Boleyn carved her name into the wall while she was imprisoned. You can see the armor of previous kings. You can see the crown jewels. You can see the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, burial place of three queens. It is mind blowing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschooltoone Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 :hurray::hurray: Have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Yeah! Maybe he realized he went a little over the edge the other day. :glare: You'll have so much fun. Just don't go near one of the old bookstores or you may be in there for days and miss the rest of London! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom in High Heels Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Oh, have a wonderful time! I love London! Take loads of photos and see as much stuff as you can! Be sure to go to the British Museum. It's free and absolutley amazing. If you can squeeze in a show or two, there are some great ones playing in the West End. You can buy less expensive tickets in Leichester Square. Oh, I'm so excited for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Best news I've heard today! Hooray!!!! I hope you have a super trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saw Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 When will you be there? I'm there every couple of weeks. If you're there when I am, you could (if you like considering you don't know me!) come with me to Westminster Abbey (I have a pass to get in free, saves about 15 pounds) and almost certainly to sit in the choir for a service (depending on special events). I'm there a couple of times in July but not in August. Just send me a PM if you want. Sophie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm glad it worked out. If you want tips about what to see/what to miss, then do ask. You might want to look right now into tickets to see some Shakespeare at the Globe. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Have I really good time.:party::party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm SO happy for you. Your dh must have been out of sorts the other time you spoke with him. A little time gave him perspective. I hope you have a wonderful time. I'm still waiting for the chance to get up there for a weekend away on my own, and I only live a 5 hour drive away. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Oh, Dawn, this makes me so happy :001_smile:!!! :iagree: Maybe he read the board. :D Anyhow....:party: Congratulations and have an amazing time!!!! :lol::lol::lol: I am so very thrilled for you, Dawn. I can't think of anyone who deserves a trip like this more. This is a real faith builder for me, too, because I prayed very hard that God would soften your dh's heart and be supportive. I'm so glad he came around. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'm so glad you are going, Dawn!!!:grouphug: DO NOT miss doing the Beefeater Tour at the Tower of London. Trust me, I've been all over the world and it's one of the single-most interesting things I've ever seen. :iagree::iagree: That and the British Museum were my very favorite things! Go see the Rosetta Stone, the mummies, the Elgin Marbles, and the Lewis Chess Set (I think that's there). Fascinating! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Wonderful news!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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