internet, at last

Greetings from Edinburgh, Scotland!

We finally found a internet cafe. Unfortunately, there is not a way to upload pictures, but at least this is a check in of the trip so far. I will say, though, that I've had my picture taken at some pretty rad places and I'll be quite proud to show them off!

The plane trips were long, grueling, and sleep was only had by Ben. This made Lauren and I quite tired and grumpy for a few days, but we've had two good nights of sleep and don't feel a bit of jet-lag. We went to Central Park and the New York Botantical Gardens on Thursday.

Once we got in London, we took the Underground to The Tower of London. We spent about 3 hours walking around there. Pretty rad history involved...including a gnarly torture chamber, some crazy prison towers, and of course, the Crown Jewels.

Our first hostel was a tiny room...6X8 or so, but it didn't matter, it was a bed! Not a backpack! And Lauren & Ben were finally able to take off their shoes, shower, and sleep laying down!!

We rode coach from London to Edinburgh yesterday. I didn't see much of that trip, but I guess they slept a lot and looked out the window some. Upon arival here yesterday, we walked through New Town and Old Town Edinburgh to find our hostel for the next 3 nights. It's an old school house and we are staying in a little appartment.

This morning we took a train to St. Andrews Golf Course. Ben was quite excited about this day and we even were able to walk on the course. We touched the North Sea, toured the British Golf Museum, and ate at a little pub. Lauren ate a delicious (or so she says) steak pie and Ben finally got his haggis (after two days of eating fish and chips becaue that's all they knew from the menu, the meal was a nice change!)

Tomorrow we're headed to Edinburgh Castle.

So far, no rain and temps in the 60-70. We clearly stick out like tourists here and have run into only a few other 'mericans. Ben and Lauren should have read up more on Scotland etiquite as far as tipping, general restaurant etiquite, and verbage for things. It's amazing to see the unique clothing style. I may come home with not a kilt, but tartan pants!!

I heard them talking about finding me a Scottish girlfriend...I'm quite excited for that!