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Day 9: The London Eye.

Posted on March 9, 2012 by LaLa

I wrote most of this post listening to the man in black (Johnny Cash) covering U2’s One, while eating a bowl of soup at EAT, after riding the London Eye.  Although it was overcast today (aka a clear day in … Continue reading →

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Day 8: Kilmainham Gaol.

Posted on March 8, 2012 by LaLa

Because not everything in life is rainy sunshine and roses, I took a trip to the darker side of Ireland’s past, and visited the Kilmainham Gaol today.  A breath of cheery fresh air prior to delving into its sordid depths came … Continue reading →

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Day Seven: Hawk Walk.

Posted on March 7, 2012 by LaLa

Today was a chance to get reacquainted with Mother Nature and her wildlife.  Mission accomplished in a big way, thanks to Trevor Roche at Dublin Falconry!  While it was yet another day requiring the use of both sunglasses and raincoat … Continue reading →

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Day Six: Newgrange.

Posted on March 6, 2012 by LaLa

I thought I might mix things up and do something quasi-educational today, and so I coerced a proper Dubliner to join me on a day trip to Newgrange and the Hill of Tara.  There’s something quite Canadian about the fact that … Continue reading →

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Day Five: Viking Splash Tour.

Posted on March 5, 2012 by LaLa

Today, I boarded a Viking Splash Tour to get in touch with my inner buccaneer.  Our departure was initially short-lived, as our guide/driver/captain Paddy (naturally), soon discovered the brakes were, well, um, missing.  But no worries, he regaled us with stories of … Continue reading →

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