when irish eyes are smiling, they're usually up to something.: Time Flies When You're Having Fun

18-02-12 One month already?

Officially one month since I've been in Ireland! I cannot believe the amount of time that has passed since I've gotten here! I believe its a lucky day because I got to do another amazing thing today! I received the gift of eloquence (not that I didn't have it before, let's be serious) when I went to the Blarney Castle and kissed the infamous Blarney Stone. It was quite an experience! I was laying on my back and a nice older man pushed me back so I was hanging off of the edge holding on to two metal poles and I just kissed it! I gave it a few quick kisses for extra luck. I also walked up and down the wishing steps backwards with my eyes shut wishing really hard so the Blarney Witch has to grant me my wish! I finally got my Aran Sweater as well as one for my momma! After the Blarney Castle we went to Cork for a few hours where we went to a pub called Thomond's. (pronounced Toe-mund) I had a burger and chips (fries) and it was the best burger I've had since I got here. We got to do a little walking around before heading back to Limerick. A little disappointed we didn't spend more time in Cork but I did LOVE the castle!

19-02-12 Quiet days are good days

Woke up and went to church then the gym for literally two hours. After that I wasted half of my day doing absolutely nothing which sounded good to me! Everyone else went to the Lodge tonight but I opted out, that place has creepy tendencies and I did not feel like dealing with it tonight. Instead I put on my yoga pants and went to the Pub with Adrian and Dayton. They are both on the "American" football team. Adrian is from Limerick out in the country and Dayton is from the Boston area. We had a few pints and it was nice to kick back and laugh, drama free. BUT! I did find out that the guy Marc from the first weekend here is bisexual. Maybe the reason I never heard from him again? Possibly! hahahah I hope you laughed as hard as I did when I found out.

20-02-12 What's an alarm?

Today was interesting to say the least! Had class at 9 and no big deal... didn't wake up until 8:45. Strolled into class at 9:02 good timing if you ask me! Talked to Amanda about a trip to Switzerland and I guess it's a go. Super excited for that. Also talked to Ellen today and she's not feeling so well and I get to go see her for the weekend in Manchester.....Hopefully my time there doesn't stink (not to sound like a brat). I took a walk with my roommate Peter tonight to get some fresh air and it was nice to get to talk and know him a little better. He's a super nice guy but he reminds me of a twerp, little annoying brother he's a year younger than I am and he has obnoxious tendencies. I've come to the very smart conclusion that I would never give an Irish Bloak (an Irish guy) the time of day with the attitudes that they have. It amazes me how right they always think they are. At least all the ones that I haven't thought of as strictly friends.

21-02-12 Charity week nerves kicking in

Super quiet day.. getting overwhelmed with Charity week next week though. I'm afraid I'm not going to be able to keep up. Basically the entire week is full of charity events such as a strip auction, beer pong, nearly naked mile, farmers ball, UV paint party, BRESSIE, etc. These events all sound extremely nerve wrecking to me and definitely NOT something that would ever ever ever in a million years happen at Marymount. God Bless us Catholic school kids.

22-02-12 Italia here I come

My flights have been officially booked for Spring Break today. I am flying into Verona on March 29th and leaving Rome on April 9th! With a total price of 140 euro for roundtrip flights which is awesome! Our plan has totally changed from what it was though.. Now we're flying into Verona, Venice, Cinque Terre, Florence, day trip to Pisa, then Rome. I'm excited though and it's going to be a super busy weekend!