Final post from this adventure.

I saw ‘Batman Begins’ last night with my brother and his wife. There was a lump in my throat through many parts of the movie, not because I’m particulatly fond of any of the actors or characters, but because of the city shown in the film.

It was a fluffed, up, tossed about, Canary Wharf on steroids.

Some of the scenes were breathtaking, all the more so because I KNEW in my heart and memories where the ideas from many city shots were taken. I recognised the DLR turn going from Heron Quay stop to South Quay, the more than impressive entry into the Canary Wharf DLR station coming from Westferry, and of course, the One Canada Square building.

There are photos generously posted by fellow travellers here: http://www.freefoto.com/browse.jsp?id=31-33-0

The stay in England has left a permanent warmth in my heart. From the awesome sense of age in the city, to the gleaming towers of new beginnings, to the unique and lovely mannerisms of the native Londoners to the wave of cultures rushing through the City, it’s a breathtaking mix of life that you can’t imagine until you’ve lived the experience.

Thank you, England. You’ve been a kind and thoughful host to me and my family.

To quote one of your sons,
“If we do meet again, we’ll smile indeed; If not, ’tis true this parting was well made.”
Author: William Shakespeare
Source: Julius Caesar (Cassius at V, i)