Jackie? Are you there??! x
Leaving on our adventure..not sure how Bella managed to take this pic, but I love the way the shadow looks like a man with a big nose…
Charlie is our fashionisto today..he’s insisted on wearing his top back-to-front..
To match his blue nail varnish (Yep, a fashion statement rather than hyperthermia..)
First part of the journey is by train. The kids are tickled pink by the window of this platform cafe…made on purpose or did someone get bored?!
Fuel stop at Brockley (re-named broccoli by Bella..)
They’re not impressed by my blue egg brunch, but honestly it’s Delicious!
There’s a serendipitous magazine on the table….reminding us we’re here on a mission from New York (Click for the NY link and the complete story!)..we have to find Jackie’s book ‘Silk for the Feed Dog’ before anyone else does..she’s literally sent it from across the Atlantic..
Except – so near yet so far..there’s no effing internet on my phone so now we don’t have a map. Tip to self: Always carry a paper back-up…and we’re on a deadline for the magic to happen..
We jump on a bus..it’s the scenic route but at least I can remember the way from Lewisham (we’re travelling two sides of a very large triangle)..the question is..will we make it in time??
There it is!! London’s smallest library…
Is it there? Are we too late?
YES!! SUCCESSSSSSSSSSSS!
All the way from New York!! Utterly totes amazing!!! So thrilled it’s there and there is such a things as magic in the world..
And the kids are thrilled to swap and find books of their own too..
Time to go home for a nice cup of tea and a good read..except I have two children to entertain…
but hey!..they have books too! Result!
Laters, a very happy, Kate x
(Quick link back to the NY part of the story!)
Yankee Doodle Dandy! You made it! Great adventure….thanks for the ride…..where is that delightful library? Xxx
On the corner of Lower armpit Lane..sorry! that should say Loampit Lane and Tywhritt Road in Lewisham/Brockley..is very, very cool! xxx
Armpit probably apt!! What a fab Mum you are! Xxx
Yes, mission accomplished (with such a stylish fashionisto, you couldn’t fail) ! xxxxx
So much fun! The kids couldn’t believe it!! xxx
Oh, you found her?! I was a little worried as she took the red eye all by herself. She’s in safe hands with you Kate. I’m delighted! She’s never time travelled before either! It all went over rather well considering. Phew! Cup of tea for me too…XO!
We almost didn’t make the 2.00 deadline..there we were embracing the power of the internet..except there was none!! Was terrified in case someone got there before us..BUT WE DID IT! The sun is shining so heading to a shady corner of the garden for a biccie and a gooooooood read! xxx
Tee hee, we should work for the government…international liaisons or something. Mission completed successfully. Till next time Comrade. Tea and a biccie is indeed in order. Enjoy your read. xxxxxx
Femme Fatales extraordinaire!! I will! xxx
Keep Calm Mother.
Love this blog, it’s just so uplifting!
What you mean is utterly bonkers!! Very happy to run with that! xxx
Bonkers is good!
Whoa, such a cool idea (& post)! Glad you got to Ms. Silk in time 😉 Looking forward to a review, once you finish the book…
There will definitely be one! xxx
Aww. Love this post! Felt like I was actually along for the ride!
It was that sudden feeling of ‘HELP!’ and ‘Why the hell did I decide to rely on technology???’ The kids were true troopers as I really did drag them round the scenic route! And to get home..we crossed the Thames twice!! Not the most direct journey…! As adventures should be! xxx
Wow, what an adventure! Love the Phone booth library! I am so glad you got there in time, and got The great book from New York! Your kids are sooooo cute 🙂 xoxo Fanni
Bless you Fanni – ditto! I would LOVE a phone booth library nearer us..I would use it all the time! xxx
God, your kids are ADORABLE, and I love that your little man was rocking the blue nail varnish. What a rock star!!
You are LOVELY!! Thank you! – they are my pride and joy..Charlie is quite a character – long may it last!! xxx
Beautiful pictures!
Thank you – Bella (aged 7!) took a fair few!..think I should get her to take more! xxx
What ABSOLUTE fun! A gorgeous day, a gorgeous book! Loverly~
It was a little bit like being inside your own fairytale! I loved it!! xxx
Just as I was wishing Silk safe travels, I got the news she’s with you! Thank you guys for this thrilling trip – now it’s your turn to go places with Kat and Edward. Have fun!
I can’t think of a better was to start reading Jackie’s book! I feel very lucky! xxx
What a delicious story altogether! And really beautiful pictures too. And I thought after your previous post YOU were in NY 🙂 Congratulations for getting the book!
Hehe..Lewisham? New York? I was still with the possy in de hood! xxx
You had a treasure hunt! What a fun adventure for all of you–wish I could’ve come along for the ride!
I remember a long time ago I read about a website that linked up people who had finished reading their book and wanted to leave it for someone else to find. They’d hide it in a public place and say where on this website..I’ve never been able to find the website..but I LOVE the idea..this felt a bit like that..the bonus was it was Jackie’s book and the micro library was a joy! xxx
What a fun and fabulous blog post—a unique combo of a great game: Treasure Hunt being played out virtually and in reality!!
As I read on, my breath was coming in short pants, feeling like I was right there with you all, racing madly to find the treasure…
and phew…BINGO! we did it; I mean you did it—YOU FOUND IT! I mean you found her—Fuchsia Silk!!! Hooray!!!!!!!
Not quite finished my copy of Silk for the Feed Dogs as of yet, but so far she’s a spectacular read—enjoy Kate…
and enjoy Bella + Charlie—such great treasures you all found today!!~ xo
You said it perfectly on Jackie’s Blog..it was like falling down a rabbit hole!! This is the internet at it’s best..I love it!! So many wonderful elements coming together..and now I get the pleasure of reading!! xxx
That’s the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!! And a lovely idea for an iconic London telephone booth(/library). – zaychishka
Isn’t it fabulous? There are other ideas for them as well like Art installations and galleries (!)..but as a library really has my heart.. xxx
Awesome! I love a mission, especially with the kids. Looking forward to reading Jackie’s novel myself. ENJOY!