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June 29, 2004Back in The "Bridge"....Momma, I'm Comin' HomeWell, this is it. My last day in Ireland. I really can't believe that I made it! I have seen so much and done so many things. Sometimes, it doesn't seem real. I keep thinking I am going to wake...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 29, 2004 10:40 AM
Category: June 28, 2004Finding New FriendsYesterday turned out to be a goldmine for finding new friends. It seems that the Americans have invaded Ireland. After meeting the choir from Louisville, I went back to the hostel only to meet a couple, Nate and Carolyn, who...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 28, 2004 10:32 AM
Category: June 27, 2004A Little Piece of HomeWell, I am just back from Mass this morning. I went to church at St. Mary's Cathedral here in Killarney. The church is absolutely beautiful and huge. I was so excited because there was a choir. Then, I found out...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 27, 2004 06:20 AM
Category: June 26, 2004Savage Craic, Bloody Mad Lads and Just Good Clean FunWell, when I made it back to my room yesterday, I was greated by a gaggle of Irish girls. They were getting ready for the Bryan Adams concert. They were so hilarious, running around, getting their hair straightened and make-up...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 26, 2004 07:10 AM
Category: June 25, 2004Standing Room OnlyI had to leave the hotel this morning. I really didn't want to leave, but all good things must come to an end. I wanted to smuggle out the pillows, but I had no where to put them and well,...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 25, 2004 10:44 AM
Category: June 24, 2004Riding on the Dublin BusWell, the weather yesterday afternoon went from bad to really bad. By the time I finished updating the blog, the wind had moved in and the rain was really coming down. I decided to find some food and shelter to...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 24, 2004 10:52 AM
Category: June 23, 2004Plan BOkay, remember this bit of information. If you walk into a place and it creeps you out, don't hesitate to leave as soon as you can. This was my first impression of the hostel in Drogheda. It smelled funny and...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 23, 2004 06:33 AM
Category: June 22, 2004Back to the Republic AgainHello, my faithful clan of followers. I'm baaaaaack! I am in Drogheda for the next few days. Drogheda is 20 miles from Dublin and about the same size as Indianapolis, maybe a little smaller. The hostel I am staying at...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 22, 2004 10:28 AM
Category: June 19, 2004Being Sick on the Road...It's no laughing matterSorry I have not updated in a few days. It seems that I caught a nasty stomach bug and have been getting very well aquainted with the bathroom at the Downhill Hostel. Anyhow, today has been the first day that...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 19, 2004 08:52 AM
Category: June 16, 2004Knock, the Mecca for CatholicsWell, like any good Catholic, I ventured out to Knock today to see the Shrine to Our Lady. The bus ride was scenic and I am getting better and not gasping each time we get too close to another vehicle....Read this update Posted by Heather on June 16, 2004 09:03 AM
Category: June 15, 2004Adare, Moving on To Galway, Random Thoughts from the RoadI love magazines in Europe. Yes, I know that is a random thought, but you see, I included random thoughts from the road in this title, sooo. I will tell you why I like magazine's in Europe. They always give...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 15, 2004 06:56 AM
Category: June 12, 2004Local Crazies and The Cliffs of MoherWell, the past two days have been quite full of adventure. I set out on Friday to get my bus and rail pass for the rest of my trip. Since I couldn't read the bus schedule, I missed the first...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 12, 2004 09:57 AM
Category: June 10, 2004I made it!!Greetings from Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare Ireland! I made it!! The flight over was not too bad. We did have to wait about 2 hours before we could taxi out of O'Hare, but it was due to the weather in New...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 10, 2004 10:10 AM
Category: June 08, 2004I'm Leaving On A Jet Plane...All my bags are packed I'm ready to go....okay, I'll spare you all the agony of that 70's song. But, I am ready to head out. I think I have agonized enough over what to take and what not to...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 8, 2004 09:52 PM
Category: June 07, 2004The Archbishop Wears A Pointy HatWell, my audience with the Archbishop went spectacularly well this evening. Okay, who am I kidding? I attended Confirmation this evening and sang in the choir. I didn't really have an audience with the Archbishop. Anywho, the Mass was lovely...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 7, 2004 11:26 PM
Category: June 06, 2004So Long Festivus 2004Well, they say all good things must come to an end. Thus, Summerfest 2004 has now come and gone. I think a great time was had by all! Now, the parking lot is being emptied of the rides and booths...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 6, 2004 10:18 PM
Category: Festivus 2004: Rockin with the White River Valley BoysTonight at Festivus, my favorite homegrown band played. I am a groupie for the White River Valley Boys...not to be confused with the River Valley White Boys. Anyhow, the music was fantastic! Another stellar performance by the Boys! As...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 6, 2004 12:04 AM
Category: June 05, 2004Jeff shows off his new look at Texas PokerYou folks at Texas Poker thought I was joking about putting this picture on the blog, but I wasn't. Doesn't Jeff look charming in his hat?...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 5, 2004 11:49 PM
Category: Papa Scott Clowns for the CameraOkay pranksters, you thought I wasn't watching you while I was on the Merry-Go-Round, but Miss Heather sees all! Ha! As you can see, everyone has fun at Festivus!...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 5, 2004 12:21 AM
Category: June 04, 2004Festivus For the Rest of UsToday marks the official beginning of Summerfest 2004!! You may be wondering what in the world is Summerfest 2004? Well, 'Festivus, as I like to call it, is the parish festival that my church holds every summer. There is food,...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 4, 2004 12:34 PM
Category: June 02, 2004The packing has begun...Well, it finally hit me today that I am going to Ireland. I was sitting in the eye doctor's office and realized "I'm leaving for Ireland in a Week!" So, now I am in panic mode. I have actually started...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 2, 2004 07:14 PM
Category: June 01, 2004Disclaimer....So far, the response to this blog has been positive. I think some people are still on vacation and haven't checked their email yet, so I figure I will hear more as the week goes on. Although, I need to...Read this update Posted by Heather on June 1, 2004 12:40 PM
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