London is full of (awesome) weirdos

In the past couple of days I have witnessed a number of interesting individuals around London. Granted, London is a really diverse, eclectic place, so I really shouldn't be surprised by the "interesting" people I see, but I still think they're worth remarking on. Plus, once you get jaded about life here, there's probably not much out there that would interest you.

Anyway, unusual suspect number one was, in a nutshell, Neo from the Matrix. Just walking down the street, slicked back hair, all black clothing, and, of course, a full-length black leather trench coat. I had to contain my urge to ask him where Agent Smith was.

The same day that this occurred, I also saw Marilyn Monroe. Driving in a bubblegum pink convertible, red lipstick, perfect blond curls. I was mostly just impressed that someone would be so committed to their persona that they would buy a vintage, bubblegum pink convertible to match. Impressive.

And lastly, this final encounter wasn't weird so much as just wonderful and entertaining. I was riding on the tube and there was a group of three middle-aged guys with instruments, guitars and a fiddle I think. Now usually, when there are people playing instruments on the trains it can be rather awkward because they'll be asking for money and everyone will kind of look awkwardly around, trying to avoid their gaze. This time was different though; it just seemed like these guys were playing for the fun of it. Even the suits, who are notoriously straight-faced and rather glum were smiling at these guys. They played a short tune which sounded a bit like Irish folk music and exited at the next stop, wishing us all a good day and saying, "see you at the pub."