Hey Mom,
We just got into London a few hours ago. I sent Dr. Doxey the paragraphs on Wednesday and all of my hours are in. MaLese and I went to Colchester on Saturday. It is the oldest recorded town in England and has the largest Norman Castle anywhere in Europe. The Castle was built on a Roman Temple. We went on a tour of the Castle and they took us down into the foundations of the Roman temple. It was very fun. I got to see 16th century graffiti and walk where 4 kings of England have walked.
I am coming to be a firm believer in “there’s no place like home.” I have loved this experience. I am so grateful I got to come, and I do want to return and visit, but home is home and I will be so excited to see you and just take a break. I have researched about 200 hours and feel like I have been going and going and going. These last few days will be a marathon. I am glad we are doing it, but I am excited to come home and see you. After seeing some of these places I am very grateful for the sacrifice that our ancestors made in leaving to go to a barren desert (and it was and still is in comparison), but I am so thankful for all the little things I have in my life that are a direct result of their sacrifice. You are great.
Love you lots,
Heather
