February 11th, 2020 – Day 3: Athlone, Ireland to Dublin, Ireland


We got up and got packed then went for breakfast across the street at Bastion Kitchen. I had the bap (a sausage sandwich) with coffee and it was so delicious. They topped it with some greens and something I had never had before - a tomato/onion jam that took that sandwich to a whole new … Continue reading February 11th, 2020 – Day 3: Athlone, Ireland to Dublin, Ireland

February 10th, 2020 – Day 2: Galway, Ireland to Athlone, Ireland


Wow. What a day. We got up and around at a leisurely pace this morning after a much-needed night's sleep. I think we slept about 10-11 hours. We have encountered some fierce winds, sleet, rain, snow...and no damn sun so far. Not what I need to get over my S. A. D. but if it … Continue reading February 10th, 2020 – Day 2: Galway, Ireland to Athlone, Ireland

February 8th/9th, 2020 – Day 1: Flights Over and Arrival!


After a very sleepless night (go figure!) we left KC early this morning and flew to Atlanta. Atlanta is a five hour layover so we will need to find something to occupy that time. First Class, a couple of cocktails, and we are on our way in grand fashion! I finally decided to just stay … Continue reading February 8th/9th, 2020 – Day 1: Flights Over and Arrival!

February 7th, 2020


The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page - St. Augustine (maybe...it's controversial) Today I am in KC, but tomorrow I am off for another adventure - heading back to Europe again! This time two of my daughters, Chelsea and Angie, are along for the adventure! Unfortunately Meghan … Continue reading February 7th, 2020

February 6th, 2020


Man the weather around here has really sucked the last few months. I mean it's probably just how most people imagine the PNW; it really isn't usually like this normally. Fifty shades of gray beats you down after a while; add to that the rain, and now some cold weather with snow and rain and … Continue reading February 6th, 2020