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Travel Blogs from Downings
In the same old mess, singing drunken lullabies
... attend Oxford. Not that the poms didn't want the Irish over there, just that the Irish boys would find some lovely lass or lad if that was his thing and stay over there permanently. This led to and Dublin brain drain, and so by royal order the college was build. The old rules and customs still apply too, for instance high society students are allowed to carry swords around campus. Back in the 70's some kid made use of these old customs and for his exam, he showed up on ...
You know it's summer in Ireland . . .
... found ourselves back at the train station. Now, keen followers of this little blog over the last 18 odd months may have come noted Beezel’s mission to enjoy an ice cream at every country we visit. Just let me advise that Ireland did not disappoint. Close by to the train station we found a convenience store that employed a soft serve machine. Once Beezel was sorted out with a large ice cream cone, we ventured outside. However it was quite windy right down next to the ...
Slainte!
... Guinness does taste better here) and enjoy. Jason samples Tyrconnell Irish Whiskey on the recommendation of the bartender. (it is St. Patty's!) A good 'lupper' (food was great pretty much everywhere) during the match (the place was packed, so glad we had a great spot), Ireland unfortunately loses the match pretty handily (boo!), but it was still fun to see (and even better listen to ...
Breakfast Temp Day!!!!!
... part of my working holiday has begun!!!!!!! Lets hope it continues.....
Went to the Arlington on the way home tnight to have a celebratory drink with the boys at the bar. Was a great start to a hopefully great week.
Am absolutley tired so I am off to bed, ealry start tomorrow.
Sweet Dreams everyone xoxoxoxoxo
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Not doin yer job!!!!!! (Killybegs - Downings)
... meaning Kevin had to brave the dehydrated Finola alone. At the foot of Mount Errigal, a change over saw Al, Yaz, Roy, Wren and Kev carry on the quick times of the rest. Half way up the Errigal climb, Kev was regretting not playing his “Get out of Jail Free” card and putting Joel in the hot seat. Some of the most beautiful scenery did not make the journey any easier with everyone struggling up the strenuous climb. The sight of the support team ...