I managed to get a photo pass for the gig, something I'd really like to do more of if I can. I love live music and want to get better at capturing the energy and atmosphere at a gig. Manchester Orchestra's set was brilliant, just the right mix of tracks from the new album, 'Cope' and older songs too. I was very happy to hear Simple Math too - the first song I ever heard by the band, only a few months ago.
We both had the scotch pancakes with bacon and maple syrup and I honestly think they're the best pancakes I've ever had. I had the chai tea (with cinammon) and that was great too. I would've taken a photo of the little leaf on Andy's latte, but he had to stir in the sugar as soon as it arrived. Hmpf!
I'm gonna save from an overload of photos and saying too much, as I think I might actually do a separate post about the cafe. Let me know if you'd like to see that.After breakfast I made the decision to get my nose pierced. I have actually taken it out now, as I wasn't happy with the placement or the ring. I'll be much happier with a stud when it's fully healed and I can get re-pierced. I've definitely learned that when it comes to piercings, go somewhere you've been before or at least somewhere that you've been recommended by a person you trust. I know when I get my nose pierced again, I'll be going to one of the local places I've visited multiple times for my ears because I trust they'll do a good job!We had a great time in Birmingham, I actually had no idea there was a canal until this visit. When we went there after Taking Back Sunday, we only visited the Bullring (which of course, I wandered Andrew around again this time) but it was really nice to explore more of the city this time. Who knew that Birmingham had such a fancy looking library?!If you'd like to see more, you can watch my vlog below and do subscribe to my channel if you haven't already.