Anyway, around 130 AD the Romans were the force to be reckoned with in England, and the Roman emporer Hadrian fancied that it would be nice to build a large stone wall across Northern England. The main purpose of the wall was probably to keep out invading Scottish clans from the North (and all of their hairy coos). The wall stretched for 75 miles, with a gate and castle at each mile.
I wasn't quite up for inspecting all 75 historic miles, but I did visit the ruins at Housestead's fort (near Durham). Definitely cool to see, and, as is the case with most castles and forts, there was a great view. Dad, you asked for a picture of me and the wall. Since I'm such a devoted daughter, I got two.
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Joanne, Maureen and I will fly across the pond to have crumpets and tea with you. Also,we can go visit the queen and visit Nessie. Sounds like a wonderful vacation Sandy
Excellent! I believe when we discussed this earlier, Mo was going to stay with Paul McCartney, and I was staying with Elton John. I don't remember where you and Jo were going to stay, Sandy, but I hear the Rolling Stones are very hospitable. Wonderful indeed!
You're a natural at this blogging thing and definitely inspiring us to try to return to the States through Europe next year! The Scotland pictures are great... it looks like you're having a blast. Love from Korea!
Um, you could have rhymed wall. . . :)
DDFE~Of Course
Sweet photos, especially that bottom one. I dig it. Jamie
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