Sticking out like a sore thumb

Oh, how wonderful it was to sleep in today! I took some Tylenol Pm last night before bed as my legs were aching from the day of adventuring in Ireland, put in my ear plugs so as not to hear the traffic from the streets in the morning, and slept a long, long time! It was so wonderful!
The family that Teresa is working for and lives with is in Richmond, which is the posh area, the more happenin' side of town. So, there is a lot of people in this area walking, driving, exploring. It's kind of fun to be over here in this different environment. I told Teresa that with my American accent, I feel like a sore thumb, but that was ok 'cause that means that I can't be easily forgotten! :) Would you rather be like all those around you and blend into the crowds without a second thought by others, or would you like to be remembered? There can be benefits to standing out a bit, such as holding the attention of the audience around you...Though if my life isn't in line with the Lord, I'd rather not stand out.
We walked a couple blocks into the business area of town, went into a couple of shops, and then attended a evening church service at a protestant church. Being amongst family members, even if you have never met them, is such a sweet place to be! We have so much within the body because of our Lord Jesus! If he never rose from the dead what hope would we have?
Tomorrow, we are going to begin doing more touring around the main city of London, and learn about the history and culture. Hopefully we don't get drenched, but at least if we do we have a warm house, hot shower, and dry clothes to come home to!