Ah the internal struggle of a blogger, there are SO many things that I want to share with you all, little moments, meals, views. Not to say that our lives are glamorous or extravagant, but the thing about 
SO! Yesterday we traveled by bus to
I have to be honest. Even as I write this blog, I have no idea what photos I took. There’s an interesting balance you have to toggle when you’re out, especially enjoying an important event with a loved one, between being fully engaged and present, and being in “documentarian mode”.
That being said, there were multiple pubs, drinks, food and although I know I took photos. I haven’t had a look until now. So, in the spirit of breaking the 3rd wall- and sharing “THE REALNESS” here they are, unedited, for your viewing pleasure. Hopefully we’ll both have a laugh…
Ok, I’m back. And I’ve had a look, along with multiple LOLS as I type this from a coffee shop sipping my second flat white, hoping it will bring me back to life- It’s a bit fragmented, as any good adventure is. I warn you, these photos are NOT GOOD. And that’s ok. Let’s go!
First thing's first, Cat cafe. This would have been a great photo if my stupid finger wasn't in the way...why Dayle why!
Birthday boy ordered himself a Vanilla Unicorn Milkshake, as you do, and although I failed to capture its glory here, I can tell you it was exactly as magical as you'd imagine a unicorn milkshake to be.
Interest in the Unicorn shake was universally desired across all creatures, including feline, but
Cat-friend Allan plotting an alternate route to the shake that may not be thwarted...
It wasn't long before we were sharing Steemit with the manager of the place. I really hope they start blogging here and sharing the stories of all the cats they rescue and take in. This cat cafe in particular is 100% non-profit, aimed at caring for and rehoming strays.
Seems the manager wasn't the only one learning about steemit and Cryptoz!
"Wait for real? Paid to blog-- AND curate!!?!"
"Are you guys hearing this??"
"I shall become the greatest Cryptoz blogger of ALL TIMES."
Unicorn looks down upon the birthday boy, as if to say...
"Great choice on that milkshake friend!"
We hit the road and saw... THIS!
Look familiar anyone?? ;)
Sure the spelling is wrong but you can't deny that logo, once we realized we couldn't buy, any we moved on--the bus awaited!
And before we knew it we were in Notts!
Drink 1.
And then some DELICIOUS japanese for dinner. Our home made sushi is great, don't get me wrong, but nothing beats the real stuff...
Stoked that
And then zee main attraction!- Oh! And also I tried Sake for the first time. It was like a warm sweet hug, I'm a convert.
Everything was mega fresh and perfectly balanced- it made me realize how sub-par my rice is for our sushi-venures. Gotta work on that... ;)
Next, (and this was one of my favorite parts)
A SPEAKEASY COCKTAIL BAR!
My drink was served to me in a TV-Dinner box on ice- Their slogan is"Drinking is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." Reading through the menu was a riot- also
We wanted to fit in as many places as we could. so we soon were off to THE OLDEST INN IN ENGLAND-- The Date of 1189 AD is a date so old its a bit difficult for my American brain to process..
Ok, let's play a game-- comment below with the name of the landlord who was in charge the year you were born- Mine is... J. & G. Ward & J. Marshall
This place had an old-as-dirt vibe like there was buried treasure nearby, or that by pulling on the axe of a suit of armor, a secret chamber would open up and we'd be well on my way to a Goonies-style adventure... It was really cool.
Then I took this STUNNING shot.... ;) Sums it all up really...I mean, wow Dayle...
Unfortunately, that's the last shot I have of the night, but we did hit one more pub that had live music- it was the perfect place to wind down in a cozy little corner and enjoy our last drinks of the night...
I have to say,
All-in-all it was a success! Mouse said he had a great birthday, and I enjoyed our time together as well, also, other than a glove on my part we didn't lose anything in transit. WINS ALL AROUND!
Happy Birthday Mouse!