Monday and Tuesday were spent exploring the city on our own since Joe started work, meeting new friends, exploring the Science Museum, and finding new eats!
Monday morning we headed to the gym for a workout then lunch with some sweet new friends! I am loving the gym classes here and utilizing them more than I ever have in Dallas! Really loving the barre classes!
Eli had a rough afternoon with this never ending teething going on around here, so I was excited for a dinner in! I prepped some pesto salmon and veggies and had everything seasoned and ready to go into the oven when Joe texted that he was headed home. However, the oven had other plans! After trying to navigate the oven and screaming toddler, I could not get the oven on! I did all of the usual things and it would not turn on…. I sent Joe a long video with exactly how I was trying to turn the oven on to see if he had any thoughts of what I was doing wrong, and he thought it was broken. Needless to say, we ended up eating out and I saved the salmon for Tuesday’s dinner! After dinner Joe looked at the oven, and we figured out you have to push this random button near the timer and it works. Next time I need to press every button! Ha
Tuesday we headed to the gym then to meet a new friend and her son at the science museum. I walk there, get there nice and early and wait inside to meet her! At 10:58 (we were meeting at 11), I decided to connect to the wifi so I could message her where I was. I noticed the wifi was “NHM” which was weird because I was at the National Science Museum, or so I thought. After glancing down at my pamphlet, I realized I was at the history museum!!!! They told me to walk through the entire museum through the “red zone” to the other end of the museum to exit. It was a hot mess navigating through the museum, but we made it only a few minutes late to meet new friends at the science museum!
And the science museum was so much fun!! They have an awesome kids space with tons of activities, and Eli loved it! We will definitely be returning very soon!
We had a wonderful morning meeting new friends, then we headed home for an attempted nap. It took over an hour for him to go to sleep and by the time he did I was so exhausted and took a nap on the couch too while watching Fuller House (which yes I know is corny, but I love it!)
Tonight we ate dinner then walked to nearby bakery for some desserts! I didn’t get pictures because they were devoured too quickly, but trust me they were super yummy!
Day 10 & 11 Thoughts:
- We are loving life here and getting into the groove of things! It really is not very different from the states
- It’s been great getting to know new friends and I’m excited for more play dates!
- I’m never going to lose weight with the nightly desserts!
- Eli is adjusting really well, but the teething is driving me crazy! How long does this last?! Agh!
- Looking for weekend travel advice. Thinking Italy for Easter with some dear friends maybe? Or Prague? Recommendations are appreciated!
I can hear you about the dessert! I am trying new recipes for the blog and we’ve had dessert every night.
That sounds like a great adventure for the whole family. I really like the food. It looked really delicious. eating is the best part of everyday.
It’s great that you’ve started getting to know new friends! That really helps when starting anew in a new place.
Belle | One Awesome Momma
It’s great to get out and try new things. I like getting out and not being stuck in the house all the time.
Living in London must be quite the experience. It’s great that you are getting out and meeting new people. Sorry that Eli is teething and hopefully it goes away soon!
That looks like such a fun museum for kids. That’s one thing that I don’t like about our area, the kids museum isn’t really fun and interactive.
When we got our new oven it took some getting used to because sometimes it would turn itself off. If you didn’t hit the buttons right or put food in the oven when you were using it to broil, your dinner would not cook.
Looks like you guys had some serious fun, Play dates are the best, Those lego blocks look awesome and I get the whole not losing weight because of all the food love we like to share with reader.
Aw it looks like the kids had a fun time playing. I’m sure they love their playdates.
It that rice and beans warped in a banana leaf? I forget the name of it but I was hooked after a friend of mine had me try it. Legos and a tip to the Museum that sounds like my kind of day.
Oh my I’m glad you made it in time to meet your friend at the science museum. I admit that’s a mistake I’d probably make!
Glad you’ve found some fitness classes that you like in your new town! As for weekend trips, I say go to Italy AND prague! 🙂
This definitely looks like you had a blast! I love to see little ones exploring and finding new ways to play.
Sounds like you are living it up!!!! London is one place I have always wanted to visit!!!!! So much awesome history there!!!
That food looks incredible and so does the museum! Glad y’all had such a fun family outing!
Oh wow this sounds like an adventure. At least you are still in a country that speaks English. your kiddo is super cute by the way
Sounds like a lot of fun. That food all looks so good. it’s really fun exploring and finding new places to frequent!
Teething is the worst. I hope you get through it soon. London is certainly going to be an exciting experience.
Living vicariously through you! This sounds like such a fun adventure. Italy for a casual weekend trip?! Jealous. Glad you are adjusting well and have already made new friends, that is awesome and scary for most! And I would have had the same issue with the oven! Lol, too funny.
Wow. New place. new adventures! Your little one is having absolute fun and it shows!
Your little guy looks like he’s having the time of his life! It’s always fun to go on new adventures with your little ones!
Your lil’ boy is an adorable dresser – love his outfit with the hat and pom pom. Awe, I hope things get better with the teething.
What a cool opportunity to move across the ocean! We recently moved from Texas to Colorado and i know it’s hard to readjust but it’s so worth it for the experience!
Sounds like you had so much fun. I love that you make it a priority to go to the gym. I don’t go to the gym but I’m making sure I get my workout in just about every day.
Looks like you and son are having a great time in your new city. He is so cute so much things to explore he is active!
Our local science museum is one of our favorite rainy day activities. so many different things to do.