We got to stay in downtown Cork which was a nice little cultural hub. Thank heavens the Tesco was right down the street so we could make chocolate runs at all hours of the day. One rainy morning we even got hot chocolate which was as chocolate as it gets-- wowzers. Who knew Ireland could have such good chocolate?
Everyone knows I love castles. We went to Blarney Castle and I was lifted down to kiss the Blarney Stone but I missed the first time so I made them hoist me down a second time to actually kiss it. You know I will let it fester and fester in my mind unless I do every tourist thing there is to do in any given place. I am still upset that we didn't go to as many castles as we could have. In fact, I continually bring up things I've missed on trips even five or six years after the fact. It drives my family nuts.
Some people thought I looked like an Irish mum, what with my red hair, pale skin, green eyes, and "old world" look. But really I was one of the few redheads (natural and fake) that I actually saw in Ireland. Good thing I was wearing my Disney jacket and pedal pushers with white running shoes so I could have USA emblazened all over me. No one will ever think twice about my nationality ever again.
Casey as a wee bloke at Blarney Castle.Casey channeling his Utahn old lady inner self.
You'd think this was Ireland but it's actually in New York. Who knew?
Ireland was a great success (some of our trips are not) and I had a great time! I hope to go again soon.
