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Kate's Writing Journey, Life Experiences, travel

The Cold Plunge: Trinity Trails

January 12, 2025December 15, 2024 Kate Kelsen

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.

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The Cold Plunge: The Journey to Hozier

January 5, 2025January 6, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post I head to Marlay Park in Dublin to see Lord Huron and Hozier in concert. marking a milestone in my Canadian-Ireland odyssey.

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The Cold Plunge: Bog Bodies, Cemeteries, and Tram Cafes

December 15, 2024December 15, 2024 Kate Kelsen

In this post, I take reprieve from life admin to explore some weird and wonderful attractions in Dublin.

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The Cold Plunge: Irish Life Begins

December 8, 2024December 15, 2024 Kate Kelsen

In first week of my year-long working holiday in Ireland, I navigate emotional highs and lows as I build my new life from the ground up.

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The Cold Plunge: The Irish Chapter Begins

December 1, 2024December 15, 2024 Kate Kelsen

In this post, I arrive in Dublin, and face off with my deepest fears as I take the first steps into my 12-month working holiday in Ireland.

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The Cold Plunge: Quirky Kensington Market, Sunset at CN Tower, and a Special Souvenir

November 24, 2024June 1, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post, I take a stroll around Kensington Market, and then take in the sky-high city views from CN Tower as the sun sets on my last day in Canada.

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The Cold Plunge: Spirits of the Distillery

November 17, 2024June 1, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post I take a walking tour to discover the spirits of the historical Distillery District (not the whisky kind...)

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The Cold Plunge: Niagara Falls

November 10, 2024June 1, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post I escape the big city on my second day trip from Toronto, to the magnificent Niagara Falls.

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The Cold Plunge: Island Escape

November 3, 2024June 1, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post I escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and take a day trip to Toronto Islands.

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The Cold Plunge: The Big Smoke

October 27, 2024June 1, 2025 Kate Kelsen

In this post I arrive in Toronto, my final stop on my epic Canadian adventure, braving Canada's largest city on foot with a Toonie Tour.

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