In this post I discover the fascinating history of Trinity College, the Ireland's oldest university, admire the artistry of the Book of Kells and take a wander through The Long Room, one of the world's most beautiful libraries.
Category: Kate’s Writing Journey
The Cold Plunge: The Rooms, Ferryland and a Jiggs Dinner
One of the things I found most interesting about Newfoundland was its history of migratory fishing. Thousands of European fishers annually visited Newfoundland and Labrador from the 16th through to the 18th centuries to participate in the transatlantic migratory cod fishery. Although most workers returned home during the fall, some chose to remain on the… Continue reading The Cold Plunge: The Rooms, Ferryland and a Jiggs Dinner
The Cold Plunge: Sable Chief, Signal Hill and a Storytelling Circle
In this post I start my first full day in Downtown St. John's with a hike up Signal Hill, an encounter with a furry Newfoundlander, and share spooky stories at a Storytelling Circle.
The Cold Plunge: A Foggy Start on the East Coast
In this post, I talk about leaving behind Janine and Vancouver and heading east to Newfoundland, where I would spend two weeks researching The Old Hag, a local urban legend.
My NT Writing Adventure Concludes with Ink and a Bang
Looking back a year on, I realise the significance of concluding my writing adventure in the NT with a tattoo, combining the ink of the writer's pen with the ink of a needle. I was booked in to have my first tattoo done on my last day in Darwin. A quill on my wrist, the… Continue reading My NT Writing Adventure Concludes with Ink and a Bang
Kakadu Day Three & Four: Bowali, Burrungkuy, Cooinda Lodge & Maguk Falls
The next morning as my porridge boiled away on my stove, I typed a text to Brett. Thanks for last night. I really hope you keep sharing your music. Don’t be a stranger! A missed call was waiting when I returned from the showers. My heart leapt into a frenzy as I called him back.… Continue reading Kakadu Day Three & Four: Bowali, Burrungkuy, Cooinda Lodge & Maguk Falls
Kakadu Day Two: Arnhem Land
I woke early on my second day in Kakadu. The morning air was heavy with humidity as I heated instant porridge on my camp stove. I was booked into a group tour headed to Arnhem Land. Just before 8am, I joined a handful of other guests waiting at the front office of the Aurora Kakadu… Continue reading Kakadu Day Two: Arnhem Land
Reflections on Reflections: One Year On from the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards
On December 6th 2022, I received an email from the Ireland Writing Retreat informing me that I had been selected as a finalist in the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards, in the Flash Fiction category for my entry 'Reflections'. This was an exciting milestone to sneak in before the year's end! It was also the first… Continue reading Reflections on Reflections: One Year On from the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards
Stormcrow Silver: Vicious and Ambitious
On August 24th 2022, a very special moment occured on a very special night. Myself and my fellow writer Christine Betts were hosting our first Write & Sip fundraising event for Gold Coast Writers' Association at Whisky Lounge Mudgeeraba. Our writing comrades Kellie and Selena were also in attendance. During the evening, we learned that… Continue reading Stormcrow Silver: Vicious and Ambitious
Schrödinger’s Man
Schrodinger's Man: A man who is both a protector and also scared of the person he is apparently protecting. This week my best friend moved to North Queensland to start her first job as a newly graduated Marine Biologist. Her partner is fully supportive of her and her career, and together they are on their… Continue reading Schrödinger’s Man
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