Today was the final day of the IFSA Butler Orientation. This morning we heard from a former policeman concerning safety. I learned a few things (perhaps things Mom and Dad didn't mention in Gill and my pre departure "chats"):
1. In Paris, muggers throw babies at you so you catch the baby and drop your handbag. He recommended we drop the baby and keep our purse.
2. If you walk without a walk signal, you will get hit by a car, but since the speed limit in London is no higher than 30mph you have time to jump to absorb the hit.
3. Men are about 3 to 5 times more likely to be the victim of violent crime than women because they tend to be loners and walk alone at night in desolate areas.
4. Scream if someone tries to mug you, but be ready to let your bag go and run the other way if they look like they might get violent...
We had a fabulous two and a half hour, three course Mediterranean lunch with the entire study abroad group, then went on a walking tour to find UCL and the surrounding pubs and clubs. I'm ready to rest now, then out to dinner and pubs for the night. Hoping to visit Camden Market tomorrow, which is only on Sundays, for groceries, clothing, gifts, etc.
The picture here is of UCL from the main gate, so beautiful!!
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