Arrived in the U.K.

First, let me thank everyone who turned out for the Bon Voyage Party. It was great to visit and share with everyone the plans, training, goals and nervous anticipation of my journey. Thanks to all those that attended and donated. Together we raised an additional $1,075 for the charities, putting us over $15K. This prompted me to raise my goal from $15K to $18K.
After a smooth flight on Southwest to Chicago, there was a slight delay from Virgin Atlantic before our final departure at 6:50 p.m. I was only able to sleep two hours on the plane and today I'm feeling a little jet lag. I arrived at the Bicycle Workshop on time and the folks there did a wonderful job of getting my bike ready and were able to store my cycle case for me while I'm on the ride.
It was a cold and dreary day in London (45 degrees), but I was able to get my train tickets at Paddington Station, mailed some packages to my sister, rode my bike back to my hotel room from the bike shop, and see a  little of the Kensington/ Notting Hill area. I must have walked about five miles today, which felt great after being cramped on an airplane for eight hours.
This evening I ventured over to Covent Garden to a map shop called Stanton's. Then I wandered down to the bustling theatre district and ate a pasta dinner to start building up my carbs for riding. Great people watching, and the food was pretty good also. Now for a good nights sleep ( on UK time) and up early to catch the train to Penzance. More tomorrow.......