Mind your head

It's similar to "mind the gap." Often in the UK if there is a low ceiling or doorway there is a sign that says "mind your head." This picture is an example from Hampton Court Palace. I went there to visit when my parents were in town. I typically enjoy visiting slightly more modern palaces or castles because it's easier to imagine people living there. Hampton Court was built in the 14th century so life was obviously a lot different then. It's just hard to picture coming home from a battle in France and sitting in my throne room or playing cards in my sitting room.

Still, it was very interesting to see and hear about all the people who lived there. Hampton Court was inhabited by several kings, including Henry VIII. King Henry VIII is famous for many things, including having 6 wives. Among many others, 2 of his wives were executed. That makes the sign in the castle particularly ironic! I guess you never know what might happen if you're walking the halls of the palace.

Here are a few more pictures from our visit.me and Dad outside the palaceme and Mom around the palacegoofing around!looking across the Thames towards the palacecruisin :)