Vacation Prospects

So lately I have been discussing the possibility of going to London, England with Chris in January. Her parents aren't really pleased with the idea and though my Dad seemed excited my mom seemed to be really passe about it. I am not really sure why. I mean, there is no realy reason for her to feel this way. Yes it is expensive compared to staying at home and doing nothing. But I have gone through 4 and a half years of hard work and constant studying. During the summers I either worked or worked while attending school. I have had little to no fun time when most others my age have been doing things like travelling. I feel I have deserved this. Not to mention the fact that I have wanted to go to England since I was about 12. I have been obsessed with everything about the place -- Stonehenge, Tower, Bridge, London itself, etc. It is the perfect place to go for my first overseas vacation and to be honest Chris is the perfect person to go with. From her I will be able to learn how to travel - what to buy and what not to buy, how to book tickets and other such items and generally gain the courage to guide myself around an unknown place. And of course I am guaranteed to have an amazing time since I will be with one of my best friends.
I will be going to Travel Cuts on Wednesday to pick up some information to make sure that we have the best deal we can get. I am also going to get my ISIC card and my passport photo taken. I really hope nothing happens to spoil our trip. I am so excited about it.