Here I am!

I can’t believe I’m already in London and in my flat! The plane ride was pretty insane; I started falling in and out of sleep in the beginning, and of course missed the first snack, what a bummer. Perhaps that forced me not to fall asleep for the rest of the ride. Anyways, our flat is a sweet white townhouse (similar to the brownstones of New York, but steeped in much more history. The street is lined with these white, ornate houses complete with mini cars lining the curbside. While driving along the road we see an emulsion of different cultures and ways of life. It is absolutely gorgeous! This sure beats the suburban wastelands of Minnesota. I’m taking a break after dumping the contents of my suitcases onto my bed, since sweet slumber is not an option. There’s definitely sign of age to the building as well as the area, but I think it adds character. I can’t wait to explore the old streets and culture of London.

All of my roommates have a combination of friendships; I’m the odd man out. I’m hoping I will be able to break into it, even being the only gay guy, and become a part of their group. The last one has appeared after being detained for questioning from the authorities at the airport; a fate I barely missed out on.

Stay tuned.

It has become apparent that I am the odd man out. This has come to light perhaps by the drastic use of the word vagina or the amount of burping. Or the stark difference between my bottle of Smirnoff ice and their beer. (hey mine’s less carbs… God, I’m so gay) The one person I thought I wouldn’t like the most, the hippie who was always smoking a cigarette in his profile pictures, has turned out to be my favorite in the running. Hilarity seems to follow him (along with the inability to not burn a pizza?).

I guess I’m just worried about fitting in. Everyone has history together and is very alike in character and personality. I’m obviously the grey duck and when that happens I tend to shell up.

Last night I learned how to play slap the bag with some people in the flats above ours. I really don't know how the night ended as I happened to black out. Luckily I woke up in my own bed, apparently with the help of someone. I can't wait to really explore the city.

Sorry this is rushed but I don't have the attention span for all this. So much more to write but that can wait!