snapshots from gooney road โ 30 jun 2015
Today is Meteor Day and Social Media Day. I spent the morning catching up at work. Rob took Chloe to the dermatologist so I could keep working. In the afternoon, Camille went to Addie’s house and Chloe and Matthew watched The Shining. I made pasta for dinner, then went to a Community Focus Group on
snapshots from gooney road โ 29 jun 2015
Today is National Waffle Iron Day and National Almond Butter Crunch Day. Back to the usual schedule. I got up early to clean, take care of things around the house and work. Camille and I had our dentist appointments – no cavities! We stopped at the Book Nook for comics, Moe’s for lunch and the
celebrations: week 27 (29 jun – 5 jul 2015)
We celebrated a number of week 26 holidays, including NationalChocolate Eclair Day. Coming up this week: 29: National Waffle Iron Day and National Almond Butter Crunch Day 30: Meteor Day and Social Media Day 1: Canada Day and National Ginger Snap Day and National Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day and International Joke Day 2: World
snapshots from gooney road โ 28 jun 2015
Today is International Caps Lock Day and National Tapioca Day. I got up and tackled my to do list and then worked for a few hours. Rob unpacked then went biking with Chloe. Flannery came over; she and Chloe swam while I talked with the neighbors. We made burgers and farm veggies for dinner.
snapshots from gooney road โ 27 jun 2015
Today is Sunglasses Day and National Orange Blossom Day and Great American Backyard Campout. Chloe and her friends had a mid-morning silly string fight. We then worked on cleaning up all around the house, especially the kitchen which had become a disaster area. Camille read, made bracelets and baked cookies. I bought Music Midtown tickets
home.
As much as I love to travel, it is nice to come home again. And something that makes home nice? My own bed and washing machine, for sure. But even more? Friends. It takes me a long time to make friends. In Brookhaven, I don’t think I knew the names of more than a couple
snapshots from gooney road โ 26 jun 2015
Today is Bicycle Patented and National Chocolate Pudding Day and Take Your Dog To Work Day. After a morning of work, I switched to taking care of things around the house. We had a party in the amenities room for our new property manager. Chloe and her friend swam, then Camille made chocolate pudding from
photo friday: tiger stores
TIGER! Have you been Tiger? Rob and the girls stopped by one in Dublin and were impressed, but then we kept seeing them. Everywhere. A short search brought me to New to the US: Danish Tiger Store’s Colorful, Inexpensive Home Goods. Yep, that’s right. And we’re in love. When we finally stumbled upon the one
snapshots from gooney road โ 25 jun 2015
Today is Log Cabin Day and National Strawberry Parfait Day and National Handshake Day. I should know by now not to expect much from myself on re-entry. But three days really ought to do it. By the weekend, I’m hoping to have time for more interesting things than work and crossing things off the list-that-grew.
bumpy re-entry.
I’m drowning, once again. The busy-ness of returning home in combination with tiredness from a super-long travel day and jet lag leaves me feeling off-kilter, struggling to stay afloat. I have heard of people who add a day of vacation at home after a trip in order to find a better balance, but I don’t
snapshots from gooney road โ 24 jun 2015
Today is International Fairy Day and National Pralines Day. Unpack, organize, clean, grocery shop. A day of recovering from our long time away. Chloe hung out with friends and then went to a sleepover. Camille and I went to the farmers market for some fresh fruit and veggies. I am struggling with trying to stay
Ireland Trip: June 2015
Daily Trip Diary Day 0: ATL > NYC > Shannon Day 1: Shannon > Galway Day 2: Galway > Mullaghmore > Londonderry (UK) > Portballintrae (UK) Day 3: Antrim Coast and Giant’s Causeway Day 4: The Dark Hedges > Belfast > Galway Day 5: Galway > Salthill Day 6: Around Galway Day 7: Ferry to
Ireland Trip: Day 20
Heading home. As is my normal, I woke every twenty minutes to be sure I wouldn’t sleep too late. I finally just gave up on trying to sleep and worked a bit. The girls had claimed to be packed, but I kept coming across things that had not been packed. With their delays, we were
Ireland Trip: Day 19
Our last full day in Galway! I spent 6 hours working and catching up on things after our weekend away. The girls slept in a bit, then played Camille’s new computer game. When the cleaning service arrived, we headed out to do some final shopping. The first stop was Charlie Byrne’s for some books. Then
celebrations: week 26 (22-28 jun 2015)
We celebrated a number of week 25 holidays, including National Fudge Day and Father’s Day. Coming up this week: 22: National Chocolate Eclair Day and National Onion Rings Day 23: National Pink Day and Public Service Day 24: International Fairy Day and National Pralines Day 25: Log Cabin Day and National Strawberry Parfait Day and
Ireland Trip: Day 18
An early morning in hopes of taking a boat trip to Skellig Michael. We dressed, packed and loaded the car, then called the boat company. Sadly, the trip was cancelled due to the weather. So we headed back into the apartment and relaxed a bit, reading and playing games until it was time for breakfast.
Ireland Trip: Day 17
After an early morning photo processing session, I got the rest of the family out of bed and ready to go. First stop was across the street for a full Irish breakfast (hold the meat for me and Chloe). We then hopped in the car for a day circling the Ring of Kerry. Unfortunately, we
Ireland Trip: Day 16
I was up early (as usual) to work and get everything in order for our final weekend trip. I had hoped to hit the road by 9am so we could have a chance to go to the Cliffs of Moher on our way. While we had the time, it didn’t work out. Everyone packed, and
Ireland Trip: Day 15
Another quiet morning of relaxing, catching up and getting ahead. We needed it! The girls didn’t get up until after 10am. Around 1:30pm, Camille and I met up with her AP Chemistry teacher and walked down to the Keep of the Red Earl to join a walking tour of Galway. While the guide was doing
Ireland Trip: Day 14
I spent the morning working and cleaning up. The girls and I then went out to do some shopping. Chloe bought a new iPhone case at EuroGiant for 1.50EUR. We then made our way over to the mall, but the Dunne’s door was closed; we found another side entrance to the mall and Camille went
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