These have been three days of pleasant reflection.  I visited Foyles, my favorite book shop and pick up a few more books,  On Monday I returned to Elite Barbers, the Turkish Barber Shop on Marchmont Street to get spruced p before going home.  This time I tookupl their offer of a cup of Turkish Coffee while waiting my turn in the chair.  Served in a cup sitting in a filigreed silver basket with a top.  Good Coffee.  Great haircut!

Later in the day, I, once again, t9ook the tube journey to Tooting, South London for dinner with my good friends James (son of Nigel and Gwynne),) Katie, and Edie (honorary niece and fairest 2 year old in all of Her Majesty’s realm).  Oh yes an Teddy  Grant- Maine Coon cat who in spite of his feline nonchalance also insists on attempting to bring his dander to my dander-allergic self.  Edie is now at the age where she is entertaining and enjoys being entertained.  She loves to engage, loves to talk, and warms my heart.  James is an accomplished cook and we had a great dinner.

After dinner we had an animated discussion about London’s transportation future (James works for TfL (Transport for London).  London is in the midst of introducing a number of initiatives to de-emphasize the private car over the next several decades.  Having lived the carless life for the best part of two months, and having strong opinions on the transportation initiatives at home in Alexandria, VA,  our discussion was a real mental exercise.  James is a person I love talking with because we can dig into each others ideas with respect.  The London  plans are thrilling and, to me, shocking, sensible, and necessary,  It made me even surer that Alexandria has skipped several important steps along the way.

Today was for packing, a final walk and this last London based blog.

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