ailema feliciano: Stratford Upon Avon

This post is misleading. This isn't all about Stratford Upon Avon.

I wanted to visit my friend Melay in Kenilworth since Luke's last R&R but we weren't able to find the time. He was busy meeting his relatives and friends and I was happy to tag along not without a little drama of course. :P Finally, we were able to arrange a meeting with her. Melay is one of my closest friends in the UK. I only have few close friends as I have trust issues. I am comfortable with meeting people but being friends with them needs time investment for me. Melay used to live in Reading but she moved in the midlands when she she fell inlove. I know, it's a bit gay. They are getting married next month. I am one of the bridesmaids and I am so looking forward to the big day. I love seeing friends settle down.

Markus and Melay bought a house 4 months ago and none of the Reading people has been. My mum wanted to go with us but she and my sister moved houses on the day of our visit, the only 2 days that Melay and Markus were available and so was Luke's mum. I was happy seeing her. We only spoke for two solid hours in tagalog until Markus arrived. I left Luke in the living room with the controller. Thanks for being understanding lovie. :)

The following day, I woke up late and didn't see Melay and Markus. Luke loves his wild animals and since we were in Kenilworth, I suggested that we should go to the safari park but it was unfortunately closed. I also wanted to go to snowdome and try sledging. It wasn't available until half past 6 in the evening. So much for my planning. Hahahaha! With so much failed plans, we ended up in Stratford Upon Avon. Stratford Upon Avon was Shakespeare's birthplace. I've always wanted to go as I like the character of the place but I didn't get the chance until yesterday. The weather was terrible. It was cold and raining but we had fantastic time walking around the city centre.

Melay's House:

L-R(Top): Back Garden / Guest Room.

L-R(Bottom): Lake at the bottom on of the garden / Lounging Deck

They were excellent hosts. The room felt like a hotel's. They also took us to a pub that serves filo food called Virgins & Castle. One of the oldest pubs in Warwickshire, more than 400 years old. Luke loved Crispy Pata. Hahahaha!