We are fortunate to live less than thirty minutes from the bustling city of Cambridge and last weekend we headed over to see "The BIG Switch On". The advertised Christmas lighting was to take place at 5pm (which is doable since it's totally dark here by 4:30!). We had big hopes for a festive afternoon and colorful display in a fun city. Let's just say that the park-n-ride bus and holiday treats were the highlights for all of us that evening. The lights were LAME-O. I think I put more lights on our Christmas tree! While the lights were a disappointment, the kids didn't know any better and we enjoyed some family fun.
Gretchen thought it was great that she didn't have to wear a seat belt on the bus. They were both excited about the ride, but she was giddy.
She literally fell asleep as the crowd counted down to the big switch on!
See those panels of lights on the building in the background? That was pretty much the extent of what switched on. It's okay, Cambridge. We still like you.
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Hi, Angela,
I should have warned you that Christmas in Cambridge is not the big hoopla it is in the United States. If you go into a private home, for example, you will probably find a modest Christmas tree with a few modest presents, and that's it. Which, of course, I love, because Christmas is kept a bit more in perspective there, with the tradition (probably not followed so much now by young British) that Christmas is basically a spiritual holiday.
I surely wish you could attend Lessons & Carols at King's College Chapel. It was just glorious when I was there in 2002. I plan to get back there for Christmas. Meanwhile, have a joyous holiday season.
Incidentally, I think I would like to buy you guys a gift certificate online that could be spent in the UK. I think Starbucks is available, but a number of others I don't know. Why not send me a few names of places you like to eat or shop to help me buy the right thing.
Love, Joe
p.s., we are have such a wonderful time with our new Baby Phoebe here!
OH MY WORD. Can we please have an entire post dedicated to Gretchen in THAT coat? Love your gingersnap in red.
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