I think I have a sign on my forehead that screams tourist. The cab guy got me good, as did the the cafe staff that charged me 6 Euros for a water! Our little apartment, though cozy, is super small. And everything is exorbitant. I figure, I have made … [Read more...]
A quote for the day
June 19, 2015 by
Freedom is the right to tell people what they do not want to hear. — George Orwell … [Read more...]
“Turning Darkness into Light”
June 18, 2015 by
We walked through the hallowed halls of academe at Trinity College in Dublin, home to the Book of Kells — a "lavishly" illustrated version of the four gospels that was produced in the 9th century. The book was developed and used by Irish monks to … [Read more...]
The Village of Howth
June 17, 2015 by
A thirty minute train ride from Dublin is the village of Howth. Caught in a time warp, this small fishing village is nestled on the shores of the Irish Sea. The scenery is breathtaking and spectacular. The seawall, with it's unique rock formations, … [Read more...]