Let the travels begin...

We are finally getting settled and used to our new surroundings--our furniture has arrived and we have begun exploring the area around us. We made a short trip to Ripley, a local town with a beautiful castle and grounds to explore. Now that Ella is completely mobile she enjoyed being able to run around and see all of the animals grazing the gardens. We had our first of many tastes of Ripley's World Famous Ice Cream, Ella was a big fan!! The castle grounds hosts many outdoor theater companies and we plan on becoming regulars at the picnic matinees.

Our next adventure took us to York, a historic walled city with a beautiful cathedral, York Minster. We could not have asked for better weather that day, which we have learned is not common here!! We spent several hours exploring the beautiful city and sipping drinks at the pubs! There is so much more to see in the city and I am sure we will make many trips to explore it all.

We have unpacked and are really enjoying our new house, we have plenty of room and are ready to begin entertaining and showing guests around this beautiful area of the world! We hope to see each of you very soon!