Thursday, August 23, 2012

Somerleyton Hall

Today Gavin and I went with our friends Hazel and Becky to a stately home called Somerleyton Hall. I came across a blog that lists the top 11 stately homes in England, and I was shocked at how few I had been to (4), especially considering that one was so nearby. Now I've been to 5 of the houses on that list. :) 
The weather was PERFECTION, and the kids enjoyed each other's company playing on the grounds. (They're adorable together.)
The house is still lived in by Lord and Lady Somerleyton and their family, so the tour doesn't cover the parts they stay in. But the staff was very accommodating and gave us a private (expedited) tour because the kiddos were nearing nap-time. We really appreciated that.
beautiful flowers to go with beautiful weather

So much to love about this picture: the piece of hair in the air; the thumb halo; the facial expression (with mouth full of grapes); the "I love Dad" shirt; etc :)


They made us wear these little blue booties to tour the house. 



3 comments:

Emily said...

I like the finger halo, does Gavin have a magic thumb you have not told us about?

Becky Foster said...

Love your pics! That first one is incredible. Gavin's hilarious. What a fun time. Thanks again!!

KathiG said...

Love the pics, but the one of the 2 kiddos hugging was really sweet. That will the be the hardest part of when you guys return to the states. ;-(