I am back in Ireland, and in this post, I would like to take you on a day out in Dublin, to a tram cafe, a leprechaun museum and a police station.
Tag: Ireland
Aistear: Returning to Ireland
In this post, I share an excerpt from my memoir-in-progress, Aistear: A Woman's Journey. This excerpt is about arriving in Dublin at the beginning of my second visit to Ireland, the start of a three-week book research trip.
My Three Tips For Travel Saving on a Minimum Wage
Travel is NOT just for the 'lucky few'. You CAN make it happen, no matter what stage of life you are at, and no matter what your circumstances. In this post, I give three tips on saving for travel on a minimum wage.
Dublin Writer’s Museum
I learned of the Dublin Writer's Museum during my first visit to Ireland in 2012. I could hardly believe it, a whole museum dedicated to writers!
Hooping the Town Green
Participating in the Brisbane St. Patrick's Day Parade continues to be a highlight of my experience as a performer. It has been an opportunity to combine my love of hula hooping with my affection for Ireland, and to share both with the world. This year, my performance was inspired by my life-changing experience of living in Ireland, travelling all over the country for twelve months.
St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Kinvara, Ireland! Discover vibrant parades, local culture, and unforgettable experiences in this charming village.
The Cold Plunge: A Home and a Job
In this post, I face my anxieties and uncertainties in Galway as I search for a job while bouncing between temporary housing.
The Cold Plunge: Into the West
In this post, I leave Dublin behind and head west to Galway, where I land in the middle of the International Arts Festival.
The Cold Plunge: Money Shadow
In this post, I explore how the vulnerability of moving to a new country helped me face my long-held fears around money.
The Cold Plunge: Lonely in The Liberties
In this post I share about experiencing loneliness, anxiety and overwhelm as I continue to navigate my first few weeks in Dublin, and how a catch-up with a friend helped me shift my focus for my time in Ireland.
