Heather Goes To England: Tex-Mex Night!

It's just dawned on me that I haven't posted any pictures or information about my flatmate, Lucy; which is ridiculous, because she's been the biggest part of my time in England. Lucy is the sweetest, kindest roommate anyone could have ever asked for. Plus, our flat is pretty fantastic. I've lucked out in ways I completely don't deserve!

For example:
Lucy works at a cafe in town called Cafe Express. She had to work today, and she invited my friends and I in to have some drinks. We get there, and Lucy runs up and greets us with her perfect smile and British politeness. She promised that the hot chocolate was too good to pass up so we all said "Heck yes!"... Then Lucy proceeded to make us the best hot chocolate my American mouth has ever tasted. Every sip was like a warm hug from a very large and loving woman. When I pulled out my wallet, Lucy said, "As if you're going to pay." It was amazing. She then gave me my first scone complete with strawberry jam and cream... so delicious. I love this country.

Back at the table, my friends looked at me like I had won the lottery and they were green with envy. "You're roommate is amazing." "I can't believe she just did that for us." "Seriously, she's the best person I've met here so far!" Suddenly, I was the object of their jealousy and it felt so good.

So. Good.

Afterwards, Lucy and I went grocery shopping and bought ingredients for fajitas, complete with my homemade Tex-Mex guacamole.

Lucy had never had it before, so naturally she now worships at my feet. The English clouds temporarily parted and my Texas warmth shone down on our little flat in Leicester... and it was delicious. Mmmmm.

Lucy about to eat the guacamole...

You can just sense the anticipation, can't you? It's like she can barely contain herself.