Living It

Of the three Philip Glass operas I’ve seen, this is my favorite. Even
though it’s the oldest one and I’m seeing it last, it still feels
modern and radical.

I definitely didn’t know what was going on a lot of the time, but I
think that was the point. The music, the movements, and the sets were
entrancing unto themselves.

On the 40th floor of Heron Tower in London, the views are stunning and
are justification enough to eat here. You’d figure at any place like
this the food would be an afterthought, but it is surprisingly
innovative and good.

Started with some BBQ-spiced pig ears which were not for the squeamish
since they still had some hairs on them, but they were delicious and
my favorite part of the meal.

From Duck & Waffle in Heron Tower, London.

Saw Japan beat China in the women’s finals of goal ball, where teams of 3 blind players try to get a noisy ball past the other side; Russia beat Brazil in the men’s semifinal match in 7 person football (soccer); and USA trounce France in a early round of wheelchair rugby, which was the most fun to watch.

Perfect day to be outside.

It was ridiculous. Better than I expected. The foam was nonstop until
the water rose above my waist, and several times I had to get out
because I was drowning in suds and couldn’t breathe. And all the
while your dancing.

Incredible experience.