Big Ben

An enduring symbol of London is Big Ben. I have to admit to being thrilled when I saw it for the first time. I would also see it every day as I walked across Waterloo Bridge on the way to work. And, the feeling remains special. I returned to London in February of 1999. One night, I was walking back to the hotel from the theatre. I had just begun to cross Westminster Bridge when it became 10:00. As I stood there on the bridge over the Thames listening to the chimes, I got chilled just from the thrill.