gone punting

I can't believe I never went punting during my time at Oxford. It's such a classic in this town. But better late than never! 

jason: our trusty captain 

And for dinner we bussed it into London to meet up with Natalie. It was a great evening with her over some delicious Indian treats. 

boars hill

Bakin's been talking about this magical place he's found in Oxford: Boars Hill. Wouldn't tell me too many details as to make it a surprise picnic for me. It really was magical. Rolling hills of various critters. Bridle paths winding in and out of farms and backyards. Beautiful estates. Of course we didn't have enough time. 

those little brown/grey things in the distance are the rooftops and spires of Oxford

It's amazing how many things I never explored during my time there. Another gem: The Head of the River. It's right on the river where crew teams practice.

That nip slip, jason...

Then it was off to Rose n Crown to finally meet some of these beloved hockey chums. 

thanks jason for the great photo

pimm's and polo ponies

The Oxford v Cambridge varsity polo match happened to fall on the weekend I'd be in Oxford. Yay! Figured I should support my team, right? We rallied a couple friends from the UGA at Oxford house and headed to the royal Guards Polo Club outside London.

naturally, Bakin found the face painting

and a mustache for me. not sure what they were thinking but ok

we indulged in some Pimm's drinks and fully experienced a British summer day at the polo grounds

the day got the best of this one

Unfortunately it was a loss for Oxford. 6-3 Cambridge. But it was a beautiful day and a lot of fun!


And a little video Jack Wills put together:

across the pond

Gonna miss this kid as he ventures back across the pond for another term at Oxford.

So many great memories so far...

yea, we're artists 

one of his many ways of saying goodbye

Happy travels! 

See you on the other side

a visit from mom

We finally figured out a time for Mom to come pay a visit to Oxford: my last week of school. As chaotic as those last few days were with last minute papers and difficult goodbyes, it was so so nice to have her here! She also forced me to play tourist in Oxford and take pictures of the place that has been home for the last couple months. Thank you!

harry potter Keble dining hall

Keble quad

most photographed building in Oxford: the Camera (part of the Bodleian library)

We climbed to the top of St. Mary's for the sunset

We even paid a visit to my favorite, grossest club: PT. 

She got to see me play some polo for the first time in a little Christmas tournament. 

We had such a fabulous time in a city that will certainly be missed. From Oxford, we went to London to catch up with some great friends. Natalie and her mum were gracious hosts, making sure we never went more than minutes without a good meal. It sure was great to catch up with all of them! 

Most unfortunately, my phone got stolen my last night in London so all those pictures are gone :(