January 13, 2018
What are the Cliffs of Moher The name of the Cliffs of Moher (pronounced “Morr”) precedes them for most first time travelers to Ireland. Overlooking the ocean, the cliffs are massive, secluded, and slightly eerie in the fog and rain. 8 km in length and located in County Clare you can see the Aran Islands […]
November 14, 2017
Rolling green hills, old stone walls, and well-traveled pathways cover the dreamy landscape of western Ireland. I was fortunate enough to travel to County Galway to study Gaelic, practice my dancing, and make new friends. Over the course of four weeks, we explored the villages, downtown Galway, the Aran Islands, the countryside, and–of course–all of the […]
July 26, 2016
I keep a journal. It wouldn’t feel right telling people that I want to be a writer if I didn’t write things down regularly. Usually I have a notebook in my bag and if I don’t then my phone’s notepad is my best friend. Hopefully one day I’ll be on Stephen King’s level where I […]
November 5, 2015
Good timing resulted in my opportunity to live in one of Ireland’s most charming towns this summer, An Cheathrù Rua. An hour west of Galway along the coastline, this town is called home by some of Ireland’s remaining native Gaelic speakers. Unbeknownst to much of the world, Ireland has a native language preceding English that many […]
October 21, 2015
My primary drive behind creating this blog is because I love to travel and I love to read. My main goal in life is to spend the rest of my life reading books in beautiful places and recording those experiences. I’m always looking forward toward my next adventure and seeking out the best spot to […]
September 28, 2015
From the beginning of July 2015 to the end of August, I spent nearly seven weeks in Europe. My first four and a half weeks were enjoyed in An Cheathrú Rua, a tiny seaside Gaeltacht in County Galway, Ireland. After studying the Irish language for a year, yes there is actually a native Irish language, I received […]
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