Our neighborhood

Pimlico is the area in London where we're living. It's close to Westminster, Buckingham Palace, and other famous sights. Our neighborhood has old elegant buildings and lush garden squares; too bad they're all private. We love this area and have already found many great shops, markets and restaurants.

Many of the buildings in the area have columns framing the front doors with balconies above. This picture shows a private garden across from the homes. I was told that generally only those who live around the garden square have keys to the gates. Darn!

This view of a terrace garden is from one of our windows. We're lucky to be on the third floor and have five windows, each with wonderful views for watching the goings on of our neighborhood. I drink my coffee watching our neighborhood wake up every morning. I love it!

These girls are walking to school. It's still in session and they don't break until mid July, and then only for six weeks.

Most little kids ride scooters to keep up with their fast paced companions. 

London is a city of walkers and bikers. Bike stands like this one are all over the city. You pay a pound to use a bike and when you're finished you drop it off at any similar stand. We haven't used them yet, but we will.

Laura and I shop nearly every day. We can only carry so much, plus our fridge is very small. At first it felt like a chore, but now it's just part of our routine. Sainsbury's is a grocery store a few blocks away, very similar to a Safeway. Even closer to us is a farmer's market we prefer for fresh produce and baked goods.

This crossing reminder is at every corner. Good thing because we need it!

St. Gabriel's Catholic Church is just a block away. We have a view of its steeple from our bedroom window.

Some famous Brits have lived in the Pimlico area. Winston Churchill once lived right down the street from us.