We've finally caught up with the current episode in Season 3 (we watched all of Season 1 and 2 over the last 4 weeks). Good thing crying burns calories because I cry during almost every single episode. I wish I could tell you all the reasons why, but I don't want to ruin it for all of you future Downton Abbey addicts.
Mr. BMJ likes it so much that he turned the channel during the Super Bowl last night so we could watch it. If that doesn't convince you, I don't know what will....
Guess what I read in People Magazine? You can actually tour the castle! OMG. I NEED to go (yes, I know that I sound like my 2 yr old)! I've always wanted to go to London, and now, I can see where one of my favorite shows is filmed. Eeeek! Here are some fun facts about the real-life castle:
1. It is named Highclere Castle and is currently owned by the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon. It is located about 90 miles outside of London.
2. Sir Charles Barry, the architect of London's House of Parliament, began reconstruction of the current structure in 1842. It was originally an 8th century medieval palace owned by the Bishops of Winchester. Construction took about 36 years to complete.
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{Architectural design by Sir Charles Barry, 1842. Image @ Christie's} |
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5. You can rent the castle for $24,069 for a wedding or private event. Can you imagine getting married there? Me neither? Fairytale wedding for sure!
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Information obtained from various sources, including People Magazine, February 4, 2013 issue; www.highclerecastleshop.co.uk, and www.wikipedia.org.
p.s. Why do I drink Baby Mama Juice? Because Baby Girl has a nasty cold, I don't have a thing to make for dinner tonight despite pledging to be more organized and do my weekly shopping on Sundays, and I gained 2 lbs from eating so much crap this weekend.
What channel does this freakin show come on???
ReplyDeleteJust wait until this season's finale. You will be devastated! I will say no more.
ReplyDeleteWatching season one as I type...
ReplyDeleteI have got to watch Downtown Abbey! Everyone raves about it. I'm going to research where to watch it online!
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