Tintin books have always been a favourite in our house. I think we must have the whole collection, neatly nibbled around the edges, as they were loved so much!
John and I made a foray to Somerset House by the Aldwych to see a small exhibition of Tintin in the New Year. A new resolution for John to have some leisure time during the week and this wasn’t too far from the office.
A good start – as we both love Tintin and Snowy!
A typical Tintin and Snowy drama …
Tintin – a mischievous magpie …
Tintin – a mysterious adventure unfolds …
Tintin – teatime
Tintin the sleuth
“Blistering barnacles” (a typical statement from Tintin’s old friend, Captain Haddock) when facing disaster
It was interesting to see one of Hergé’s drawings as a child. He was destined to live on in peoples’ memory long after he died.
First known drawing by Hergé …
Tintin exhibition – I love this photo!
Having got John to break out of work mode for a short time, he was amenable to tea and scones in the Courtauld café – they do a variety of delicious home made cakes too.
I had been trying to make sure he had an anti ‘flu injection and there is a clinic in Fleet Street not five minutes away, so here was a chance! We passed by the Twinings Tea shop …
Twinings Tea in Fleet Street
and the entrance to Lloyds Bank.
Extraordinary entrance to Lloyds Bank,Fleet Street
After that, the tea party and entertainment were over. John returned to the office as the light began to leave the sky.
Evening drawing in after a successful expedition … bonsoir à tout le monde …