Dublin. Word.

Ok, I'm in Dublin, in a little internet cafe above Grafton St (main shopping hub). Just used Burger King for the bathroom- the only reason I would ever enter BK inside or outside the States.

Ireland is so great. Moving here as soon as I win the lottery. We stayed out on the pier north of the city in a little town called Howth for a couple nights, right alongside the ocean and a unique tidepool. Now in the heart of the city, staying one more night and then renting a car and heading for the hills.

A highlight from this morning was when an elderly man stopped us and asked where we were from (Kevin's Oregon shirt tipped him off). When learning we came from NorCal, he told me he knew I was of Irish descent- the lips and the cheekbones gave me away, he said, although he said my jaw was Anglo (damn). He approved of Lane, as it's a strong Irish surname. He wasn't so sure about Rose, but thought Kevin to perhaps have lineage from Eire's Northern regions- the hair and the eyebrows. A really cool chance encounter with a friendly old Irish fellow, and then he was gone.

This has been SUCH a trip so far, and I still have a week left!! The laptop's at the hotel, no pics this time. But trust that I have hundreds. Still love the Nikon, though I admit to being jealous of the Canon's petite frame.

It's so refreshing to go somewhere far, far away, and be remined that the Earth spins around the sun the exact same way every single day, regardless of where you lay your weary head. That said, absolutely nothing puts the spark back in my eye like a good vacation far from home. Dr. Bobby helps.

Viva Europa!

Comments

[Douglas]

Glad you're enjoying yourself in Ireland! Wish I could take a trip out there someday. Have fun!!

[Jeff]

Sounds like a hell of a good time. I'm sure that is is beautiful there this time of year. Can't wait to see some of the pictures! Be safe and enjoy the rest of your trip!

[Rey]

Oh, how I would love to take a trip to Ireland. But, alas, I'm just a poor kid. o.O. I have heard Ireland is absolutely beautiful and smells better the New Jersey. Maybe when I'm older...and actually have my money.

[Raselsene]

helloooooooooooooooo!

[Raselsene]

helloooooooooooooooo!

[Michael]

Stop at a local pub named McGee's Pub and tell my kin hello. Even though i've never been it's still cool knowing your name is that far away and a pub named too:-) Jus don't drink too much Ginus(one might do ya)

[Terwilliger Jones]

I was invited to Northern Ireland to play music a few years ago. My schedule permitted no more than a stop at the train station in Dublin, so I'm jealous!

Have a wonderful time. I certainly did. Never bought a pint in a pub when I was playing. Very hospitable people, the Irish. One lady GAVE us her house and lived in a hotel for the duration of one stay. I also think Ulster has more beautiful women per square metre than anyplace I have visited. Must be something to do with the weather. Their complexions just glow. By the time I left, I'd twisted a kink in my neck.

Wench n. A tool used to turn the head of a dolt.

terwilliger

[RyanD]

Man, I hate you Sarah! And Kevin too! I'm so jealous! Keep enjoying yourselves...and the beauty of the emerald isle :)

*dreams of relaxing in the hills of Ireland*

R

[Isaac]

What a neat old guy... lots of information. Maybe a little creepy...

[Charlie]

Look for a small pub in Dublin called Kilpatric's (correct spelling I understand). Seems some of my relatives have a connection with it and it's a great Irish pub. Throw some darts on my tab. .

[Jade Charles]

lucky chica. but you should get a cam-phone.

[Tim]

I'd have a hard time coming back when that week ends...

It's been my dream to visit Ireleand (and Latvia where my grandfather is from) but haven't had the opporuntity yet. Someday, maybe soon. :-)

Enjoy the vaca.
Cheers!

[HIGHWAY]

Can't wait to hear all about your trip when you come back on the show ...

Enjoy and have a safe trip back.

[Tactless]

Jade Charles is right... moblogging (Mobbing? :) would save you the trouble of using the laptop to upload stuff... but I doubt that it works overseas.
Got any fans recognizing you yet? Do they even have TechTV there?

[Chris Inman]

Forget about that bastard that posted as truth. He's the one who can't spell loser and hides like a worm.

It's is really cool that you met that old guy. If you get a chance I'd like to see a picture of him and the countryside. You're not missing anything stateside. Enjoy your vacation and spend quality time with "Dr. Bobby". Hope to see you and Kevin back safely with golden finger shackles ;).

[Tom]

Been there three years ago right where you are by Grafton St. I think I was even in that Burger King lol Glad your having a Great time!! I know I did, Ireland and England were great!!

Lata

Tom

[Mighty Dog]

Hey Miss,
Glad Eire is treating you well. Have a pint for me.

[Corey]

I hope u have some more fun on ur trip and try to get thse pics in asap ok.

[Chris Inman]

It's pretty pathetic for you to post as me "truth". You should post as something more realistic like "bastard cream of some young guy gurgling gutter slut". That fits you much better than "truth". You've only stated your opinions overcompensating for your weaknesses. Get a life! And that's the truth. :D

The magnanimous Hyper Smiley

[shadowbeast5]

In case you wanted to know, Fooly Cooly is on Cartoon Network at 12:00 Central time.

[Simon]

I lived in Dublin for 4 years (1996-2000) and I miss it. What a great place!

[MasterBlaster]

That was such a lame post man get real. Glad to hear your trip is going well look forward to hearing from you when you return!

mb

[Paul]

If you get this message, call me. I want you to go to Baltimore with Leo and Pat 8/22-24 to be the MC for the Digital Digs Roadshow presentation. I hope you're not having too much fun. You were just about unbearable before you left and I don't want it to get worse.
Love and Kisses
paul

[bob]

what, you delete post in the comments section but you don't update your blog. shame on you sarah!

[jeff]

Earthlink scam warning:

Beware! My parents recieved an Email from "EarthLink.Com" stating that the credit card declined and our account is on hold.
There was a link to click on. On the EarthLink.Com link it then asked for tons of info. Called the real Earthlink, and found it is fake.
Please inform any earthlink people. Pass the word.
If any Email asks for renewal call the support number to verify.
the key is the Email is from EarthLink.com. The real Earthlink is Earthlink.net.

Jeff

[chris]

jeff... scams like that have been terrorizing everyday people since the interent began... most people already know that their isp wont ask for info like that...

[Julian]

Some places to visit in Dublin. Check out the oldest bar in ireland. I think its on the west side. It has part of a wall that has existed since WWI. Also go and check out the shoping district across from the movie theater in dublin. They have a big mall and some nice outdoor shops. Also there is a nice italian place called Belissimos that has some great italian food. ooh and for night life, check out an old pub called copper faced jacks. There is a nice dance club at the bottom bloor.

Enjoy.

[joe]

hey chris - give jeff a break, he's only trying to help out people...live long and LOVE one another people! :)

[chat]

hi! i found this link on techtv.com, love your blog report, btw. wow, you're in ireland! is it as pretty as in the pictures? kevin is such a cutie, by the way, you look good together (heart, heart). :D

[Patrick]

Hey i was just at the same place 2 weeks ago with my cuz who i was visiting i was also in hoath at hoaths head on the sea shore god dublins amazing!!