I'm not here to talk to you about the likelihood of spotting a leprechaun or the intense greenness of the countryside. No, I'm here to tell you about some things you may not know. For instance, are you familiar with the phrase "going out for a bit of craic?" True confession: the first time I … Continue reading Things you may not know about Ireland
Month: July 2013
Goldilocks and the 3 beaches
Can I start by saying that pill I took for flying was a BIG mistake? I swear I've tolerated sleeping pills, and by "pills" I mean "pill," but somehow this one knocked me on my arse. I vomited before I even got on the plane, which completely defeated the purpose of the pill which is … Continue reading Goldilocks and the 3 beaches
Declaring independence
For many, Independence Day has come and gone in an orgy of fireworks, sunscreen and barbecue. My holiday was decidedly different this year and it has me thinking hard about independence and what it means in my own life and the lives of my friends. I suspect I'll be pondering this long after the fuse … Continue reading Declaring independence
History in Hyde Park
A long delayed return to Hyde Park finally occurred last weekend as history buff, Liam and I spent the afternoon visiting the Hudson Valley. The primary purpose of the trip was to see Val-Kill, Eleanor Roosevelt's cottage retreat. I wasn't aware of this lovely property prior to Liam and I touring the FDR mansion a … Continue reading History in Hyde Park
The sky was dry but it rained the blues
I did it. After 25 years of living in Albany, I finally made it up to SPAC to take in some of the Freihofer's Jazz Fest this weekend. Wow! So, that's what it's like to be treated like an adult at an event at SPAC. Bravo! I promise this isn't going to be an anti-Live … Continue reading The sky was dry but it rained the blues
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