One of my favorite blogs to read every day is http://www.flyoverpeople.net/news/. Cheryl Unruh runs this site where she keeps a blog about Emporia, small town life and Kansas. She also has a great discussion board. I got the pleasure of meeting her a couple of weeks ago during a farm pick up. I found out about the CSA from her discussion board, so it was a fitting place to meet up!
She took lots of pictures during her tour of the CSA and has several entries in her blog. In her lates entry, she has some adorable kids in the pics!! Scroll down a bit. If you want to see her other posts on the CSA, scroll down more.
Here is the article she wrote for the Emporia Gazette.
http://www.flyoverpeople.net/news/index.php/archive/shepherds-valley/
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
Shredded Beef Tacos
Yum! Last week, as part of our CSA share, we recieved two onions. Now, if you know me at all, you know that I detest raw onion and wouldn't eat one if it were the last food on the planet. But, I don't mind cooked onion. So I decided to make a roast and use the onions to flavor it. When I make a roast, I just cut most the fat off, pour a bottle of beer on it, and put it in the crockpot on low all day. We intended to eat the roast on Friday, but we had friends that invited us over, so we threw it in the fridge. I had planned on roast and potatoes tonight, but then decided to make it into BBQ beef sandwhiches. Then yet again changed my mind and decided to make it in to shredded beef tacos.
You really can not ask for an easier dinner and it is so good. I just shredded it up with some of the onion and put a few tb of taco sauce in the meat just to add a little flavoring. Then we put a bit of meat on some hot grilled corn tortillas and then added the fixin's. I also used some fresh avocado to make guacamole. I just mashed it up with a fork and added enough salsa just to moisten it up. It was really really good.
I used a recipe one time for shredded beef tacos that had me add a bunch of different seasonings and so forth to the roast to make it more "southwest" I guess. It was very good, but I went to an eight of the trouble this time and I thought they were just as good!
Shredded Beef Tacos
1 good roast
1 bottle of beer (or just use 2 cupish of beef broth)
1 onion quartered
Trim roast and cook on low all day in a crockpot. Pour out juices and shred meat and onion. Serve with hot corn tortillas and taco fixings.
You really can not ask for an easier dinner and it is so good. I just shredded it up with some of the onion and put a few tb of taco sauce in the meat just to add a little flavoring. Then we put a bit of meat on some hot grilled corn tortillas and then added the fixin's. I also used some fresh avocado to make guacamole. I just mashed it up with a fork and added enough salsa just to moisten it up. It was really really good.
I used a recipe one time for shredded beef tacos that had me add a bunch of different seasonings and so forth to the roast to make it more "southwest" I guess. It was very good, but I went to an eight of the trouble this time and I thought they were just as good!
Shredded Beef Tacos
1 good roast
1 bottle of beer (or just use 2 cupish of beef broth)
1 onion quartered
Trim roast and cook on low all day in a crockpot. Pour out juices and shred meat and onion. Serve with hot corn tortillas and taco fixings.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Blueberries!!!
I got 3lbs of fresh blueberries from the farm this week. They had gone to a blueberry farm and took orders from their shareholders and non-shareholders for orders.
There is a very noticable difference between the taste of these fresh blueberries compared to blueberries from the store. The kids have been nibbling on them all week. Today I made a double batch of blueberry pancakes. The intent is to have some to freeze. But I am not sure we are going to have many left of freeze!
Freezing pancakes is a great way to have fast easy breakfasts. You just take them out, microwave them for 30 sec or so and you have nice hot pancakes in a flash! I also do the same thing with french toast (prepare a whole loaf of bread and after they have cooled, just put them right back in the bread bag for easy storage!) and muffins.
Look at those nice plump blueberries!
I have also put blueberries in my oatmeal. Yum!
There is a very noticable difference between the taste of these fresh blueberries compared to blueberries from the store. The kids have been nibbling on them all week. Today I made a double batch of blueberry pancakes. The intent is to have some to freeze. But I am not sure we are going to have many left of freeze!
Freezing pancakes is a great way to have fast easy breakfasts. You just take them out, microwave them for 30 sec or so and you have nice hot pancakes in a flash! I also do the same thing with french toast (prepare a whole loaf of bread and after they have cooled, just put them right back in the bread bag for easy storage!) and muffins.
Look at those nice plump blueberries!
I have also put blueberries in my oatmeal. Yum!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
CSA, 7/22
Tonight we made a quick run to the farm to pick up. I was picking up LOTS of blueberries so I wanted to get home to get them in the fridge. I got back in the car and started wishing that I had asked to take a look around the orchard, and about that time the rain started coming down in sheets.
Farmer John, Ramona and his helpers went to a blueberry farm today. Shareholders and non-shareholders had an opportunity to place an order for some. I got a few pounds and they are *delicious*. A serious improvement from what you get at the store!!! The kids each had a handful (or two) with dinner and they are talking about what we can do with our fruit. Blueberry pancakes and blueberry muffins have been the top requests.
We also got onions, green beans (including some purple ones!), cucumber and zucchini. I am going to look around the net tonight and find some creative things to do with the produce. I was so excited about picking up blueberries tonight that I darn near forgot about the regular box of produce!
Farmer John, Ramona and his helpers went to a blueberry farm today. Shareholders and non-shareholders had an opportunity to place an order for some. I got a few pounds and they are *delicious*. A serious improvement from what you get at the store!!! The kids each had a handful (or two) with dinner and they are talking about what we can do with our fruit. Blueberry pancakes and blueberry muffins have been the top requests.
We also got onions, green beans (including some purple ones!), cucumber and zucchini. I am going to look around the net tonight and find some creative things to do with the produce. I was so excited about picking up blueberries tonight that I darn near forgot about the regular box of produce!
Banoffee Pie
In Ireland, we tried a dessert that we really enjoyed. Banoffee was created in England in the 1970's and is now quite popular in England and Ireland. It really was an easy recipe to make and could be made even easier with some more shortcuts.
Banoffee
1 9 inch graham cracker crust (I used a pre-made one.)
2 bananas
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups whipping cream (you could use cool whip in a pinch, but making your own is not hard at all and WAY better tasting.)
Boil the can of condensed milk for 3 hours. Yes, the whole can. Just put it in a deep pan and make sure it is well covered with water. Don't simmer it, boil it. You will have to check on it frequently to make sure it stays covered with water. It could explode if you don't keep it totally covered with water. I think I had to refill mine about every 45 min or so. I also turned the can over half way through. Now, you can boil several cans and they will stay good in the cabinet for a long time. Then you really have an easy dessert to make. Trust me and just do it. You are going to like this pie. I didn't and now I am kicking myself! Let the can cool for about 15 min. When you go to open it, wrap it with a paper towel because some of the hot toffee is going to come out. Pour the toffee into the pie crust. Let cool. Slice bananas and put them on top. Put your whip cream in a large bowl. I like to put a bit of sugar in it to sweeten it. I probably put in a tablespoon or so. Use a hand mixer and beat well until it is very thick. Don't beat too long or it will turn into butter! Spoon whip cream over the top and spread around. I read that some people add chocolate shavings to the top. Put in the fridge for awhile before serving. Maybe 30ish minutes. Delish!
Banoffee
1 9 inch graham cracker crust (I used a pre-made one.)
2 bananas
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups whipping cream (you could use cool whip in a pinch, but making your own is not hard at all and WAY better tasting.)
Boil the can of condensed milk for 3 hours. Yes, the whole can. Just put it in a deep pan and make sure it is well covered with water. Don't simmer it, boil it. You will have to check on it frequently to make sure it stays covered with water. It could explode if you don't keep it totally covered with water. I think I had to refill mine about every 45 min or so. I also turned the can over half way through. Now, you can boil several cans and they will stay good in the cabinet for a long time. Then you really have an easy dessert to make. Trust me and just do it. You are going to like this pie. I didn't and now I am kicking myself! Let the can cool for about 15 min. When you go to open it, wrap it with a paper towel because some of the hot toffee is going to come out. Pour the toffee into the pie crust. Let cool. Slice bananas and put them on top. Put your whip cream in a large bowl. I like to put a bit of sugar in it to sweeten it. I probably put in a tablespoon or so. Use a hand mixer and beat well until it is very thick. Don't beat too long or it will turn into butter! Spoon whip cream over the top and spread around. I read that some people add chocolate shavings to the top. Put in the fridge for awhile before serving. Maybe 30ish minutes. Delish!
Saturday, July 19, 2008
More from the CSA
We got to see the baby turkeys. Aren't they adorably ugly??
Kids picking up our produce box.
A sheep without his winter coat!
Kids picking up our produce box.
A sheep without his winter coat!
Thursday, July 17, 2008
CSA, 7/15
Tuesday I got the chance to take my sister out to the farm. It had been several weeks since we had been out, and it was nice to see Farmer John, Ramona and her mother again.
I also had the pleasure of meeting Cheryl Unruh there. She runs the website www.flyoverpeople.net and I am a daily reader! She blogs about life in Emporia and Kansas. I have been reading the site for several months so it was nice to put a face with a name. Her friend Tracy was there as well with two of her children. Actually, that website is how I even learned about the CSA!
This week for the CSA we recieved a red cabbage and green beans.
Last night we had pork tenderloin with a warm apple sauce, cubed potatoes and green beans. YUM!
Produce: Green Beans
Zack: good!
Gavin: ate every last one (had told Farmer John's wife that he would not be eating any at all!)
Brenna: fell asleep before she could have any dinner!
Heather: love them
Tonight, I made bierrocks with the cabbage. They were really really good.
Produce: Red Cabbage
Recipe: Bierrocks
Zack: eh
Heather: YUM!
Gavin: loved them
Brenna: fell asleep before she could have any dinner (are we seeing a trend here?)
Bierrocks
2 can biscuit dough
1.5 lbs ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cabbage, diced
shredded mozzerella
I browned the beef and added the garlic in to simmer with it at the end. I actually poured a cup of beef broth over it as well just to add some more flavor. I added the cabbage and cooked until it was wilted down. I also seasoned it with salt, pepper and some other stuff from the spice rack! I rolled out each biscuit so they were pretty thin. I put a spoonful of meat mixture and some cheese and folded them over. Bake at 350 for 25 min or until golden brown. You can cool these and freeze as well.
**I had to add a note about Brenna and the bierrocks. As I had mentioned, she was asleep while we ate. She woke up later and I warmed her up one. She asked what was in them and I said, "hamburger and stuff". She ate one while I was reading her a book on the couch. I swear every time I turned the page she would say, "wow mom these are really really good."....."mom, can I make these with you sometime? they are good!". Over and over again. She loved them!
I also had the pleasure of meeting Cheryl Unruh there. She runs the website www.flyoverpeople.net and I am a daily reader! She blogs about life in Emporia and Kansas. I have been reading the site for several months so it was nice to put a face with a name. Her friend Tracy was there as well with two of her children. Actually, that website is how I even learned about the CSA!
This week for the CSA we recieved a red cabbage and green beans.
Last night we had pork tenderloin with a warm apple sauce, cubed potatoes and green beans. YUM!
Produce: Green Beans
Zack: good!
Gavin: ate every last one (had told Farmer John's wife that he would not be eating any at all!)
Brenna: fell asleep before she could have any dinner!
Heather: love them
Tonight, I made bierrocks with the cabbage. They were really really good.
Produce: Red Cabbage
Recipe: Bierrocks
Zack: eh
Heather: YUM!
Gavin: loved them
Brenna: fell asleep before she could have any dinner (are we seeing a trend here?)
Bierrocks
2 can biscuit dough
1.5 lbs ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cabbage, diced
shredded mozzerella
I browned the beef and added the garlic in to simmer with it at the end. I actually poured a cup of beef broth over it as well just to add some more flavor. I added the cabbage and cooked until it was wilted down. I also seasoned it with salt, pepper and some other stuff from the spice rack! I rolled out each biscuit so they were pretty thin. I put a spoonful of meat mixture and some cheese and folded them over. Bake at 350 for 25 min or until golden brown. You can cool these and freeze as well.
**I had to add a note about Brenna and the bierrocks. As I had mentioned, she was asleep while we ate. She woke up later and I warmed her up one. She asked what was in them and I said, "hamburger and stuff". She ate one while I was reading her a book on the couch. I swear every time I turned the page she would say, "wow mom these are really really good."....."mom, can I make these with you sometime? they are good!". Over and over again. She loved them!
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Home
We arrived home on Friday evening and although we miss our friends in Ireland, we are happy to be home. I was so glad to have the weekend to recover because we are all so tired!
Tomorrow we are back to work and will try to get back in schedule!
Megan and I made a slideshow tonight of all our pictures and will be posting that as soon as we can. As soon as I figure out how to edit the videos, I will post those too!
Tomorrow we are back to work and will try to get back in schedule!
Megan and I made a slideshow tonight of all our pictures and will be posting that as soon as we can. As soon as I figure out how to edit the videos, I will post those too!
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
July 8th, Ireland
Today we went and all got to kiss the Blarney Stone. So we will all be eloquent speakers I guess when we get home! It is a total tourist trap, but pretty neat at the same time. Beautiful castle. You have to walk up a lot of steep narrow stairs, which culminates with you being on top of a very high castle! I was scared out of my mind. Then you lean back over a big hole and kiss the back wall.
Afterwards we walked around the grounds and then went to the very large gift shop there. We contributed greatly to the Irish economy. Next we went into Cork City again and bought Gavin a hurling stick and Cork football jersey. Some of us also got another chance to walk through the wonderful English Market. Later, we went back to the O'Neills and Gavin played hurling with Tommy and JW.
For dinner we went to a great local restaurant and had a fabulous meal. Some of Ann's family came as well so we all got to have a drink.
Tomorrow is our last day with the O'Neills which just seems impossible. The boys are golfing with Eammon at his local club and then we are all heading to Clonakilty or Kinsale for the beach and some shopping. On Thursday we will be heading to Limerick for an overnight stay and will visit Bunratty Castle as well. Friday we are headed back to Kansas!
Afterwards we walked around the grounds and then went to the very large gift shop there. We contributed greatly to the Irish economy. Next we went into Cork City again and bought Gavin a hurling stick and Cork football jersey. Some of us also got another chance to walk through the wonderful English Market. Later, we went back to the O'Neills and Gavin played hurling with Tommy and JW.
For dinner we went to a great local restaurant and had a fabulous meal. Some of Ann's family came as well so we all got to have a drink.
Tomorrow is our last day with the O'Neills which just seems impossible. The boys are golfing with Eammon at his local club and then we are all heading to Clonakilty or Kinsale for the beach and some shopping. On Thursday we will be heading to Limerick for an overnight stay and will visit Bunratty Castle as well. Friday we are headed back to Kansas!
Monday, July 7, 2008
July 5th-July 7th, Ireland
We had an incredible, amazing weekend. I can't wait to post pictures for you all, but for now, I will just have to tell you the story.
On Saturday, we got up and started on a drive for Killarney. There we went to Muckross House. This is a mansion that was built in 1843. The house is gorgeous, but the real attraction for me is the grounds. There are beautiful mountains and lakes around the house. We took a carriage ride around the lake and then up to a creek. They drop you off and you can walk up to Torc Waterfall which was really full from all the rains they have had lately.
Next, we drove up to Dingle on a coastal road. The sea was beautiful and there were green mountains every where. We were staying in a trailer house for the weekend. We called it our "Irish Camping Trip". Let me tell you, when I have been camping before, I have never in my life had this kind of view. The sea in front of us, mountains...it was breathtaking.
That night, we went to a pub for dinner and they had a traditional music session. We had the best seats in the house and it was great. Afterwards, some of us went back to the trailer for bed and the boys went out to some more pubs with Deirdre's boyfriend.
I can honestly say that Sunday may have been one of the best days of my life. We woke up (to our incredible view), had some breakfast and then went over to a pub to watch a Gaelic football match. Cork County (where our friends are from) was playing in the regional final with Kerry (where we were at for the weekend). So we were in enemy territory for the match. Also, Kerry had beaten Cork last year in the national championships, so there was a lot of pride at stake. Gaelic football is a really fun sport to watch. Very fast paced and interesting. I am really surprised it is not more popular world wide. Cork was behind for about half the game and came back and won! Go Rebels!!! I tried to find some video of the game, but couldn't, so here is another game to give you an idea of how it works.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StcMJkQ80ns
After the match, we drove on what I can very mildly say was a scenic drive. It may be the most beautiful place on Earth. It is called Salea head and it is a coastal drive. High cliffs, rocky beaches, the sea....it is really hard to describe it's beauty or to capture it in pictures. The best part is that this whole area is very rural still and not overdeveloped. I fear that it will be some day. For now, it seems like untouched paradise.
We went to Ciuinui noil beach. This was Brenna's very first time at the beach and she adored it. We intended for them to stay half way dry, but that quickly ended. Mind you, it is fairly cold and the water is very cold! She couldn't stay out of the water, and we soon gave up. It was pure joy for her. Gavin and Tommy (De's boyfriend) and Zack played hurling (an Irish sport) and tossed a rugby ball on the beach. Meanwhile, we are surrounded by the most gorgeous scenery. I think it was about as ideal a day as you could get. Both the kids were soaking wet, yet totally happy.
We continued our drive and later went to another pub for dinner. Later the boys went to yet another pub for a drink. (see a trend here?)
We woke up this morning and drove to the Gap of Dunloe before coming home. Yet another gorgeous site.
Zack and myself made a dinner tonight for our fabulous hosts and we are all a bit "knackered" as they say here.
Tomorrow the plan is for Blarney, Clonakilty and a pub for dinner.
On Saturday, we got up and started on a drive for Killarney. There we went to Muckross House. This is a mansion that was built in 1843. The house is gorgeous, but the real attraction for me is the grounds. There are beautiful mountains and lakes around the house. We took a carriage ride around the lake and then up to a creek. They drop you off and you can walk up to Torc Waterfall which was really full from all the rains they have had lately.
Next, we drove up to Dingle on a coastal road. The sea was beautiful and there were green mountains every where. We were staying in a trailer house for the weekend. We called it our "Irish Camping Trip". Let me tell you, when I have been camping before, I have never in my life had this kind of view. The sea in front of us, mountains...it was breathtaking.
That night, we went to a pub for dinner and they had a traditional music session. We had the best seats in the house and it was great. Afterwards, some of us went back to the trailer for bed and the boys went out to some more pubs with Deirdre's boyfriend.
I can honestly say that Sunday may have been one of the best days of my life. We woke up (to our incredible view), had some breakfast and then went over to a pub to watch a Gaelic football match. Cork County (where our friends are from) was playing in the regional final with Kerry (where we were at for the weekend). So we were in enemy territory for the match. Also, Kerry had beaten Cork last year in the national championships, so there was a lot of pride at stake. Gaelic football is a really fun sport to watch. Very fast paced and interesting. I am really surprised it is not more popular world wide. Cork was behind for about half the game and came back and won! Go Rebels!!! I tried to find some video of the game, but couldn't, so here is another game to give you an idea of how it works.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StcMJkQ80ns
After the match, we drove on what I can very mildly say was a scenic drive. It may be the most beautiful place on Earth. It is called Salea head and it is a coastal drive. High cliffs, rocky beaches, the sea....it is really hard to describe it's beauty or to capture it in pictures. The best part is that this whole area is very rural still and not overdeveloped. I fear that it will be some day. For now, it seems like untouched paradise.
We went to Ciuinui noil beach. This was Brenna's very first time at the beach and she adored it. We intended for them to stay half way dry, but that quickly ended. Mind you, it is fairly cold and the water is very cold! She couldn't stay out of the water, and we soon gave up. It was pure joy for her. Gavin and Tommy (De's boyfriend) and Zack played hurling (an Irish sport) and tossed a rugby ball on the beach. Meanwhile, we are surrounded by the most gorgeous scenery. I think it was about as ideal a day as you could get. Both the kids were soaking wet, yet totally happy.
We continued our drive and later went to another pub for dinner. Later the boys went to yet another pub for a drink. (see a trend here?)
We woke up this morning and drove to the Gap of Dunloe before coming home. Yet another gorgeous site.
Zack and myself made a dinner tonight for our fabulous hosts and we are all a bit "knackered" as they say here.
Tomorrow the plan is for Blarney, Clonakilty and a pub for dinner.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
July 3rd, Ireland
We had a full fun day today. Ann came to pick us up mid-morning and we went to Fota Wildlife Park. It was really neat. Lots of giraffes, zebras and other sorts of animals that you could get very close to. It rained on us a couple of times, but really only sprinkles and it lasted for only a few minutes.
Next we went to Barryscourt Castle which has been recently renovated. It was built in the 16th century (wow!). It was amazing to be inside and try to imagine what it was like then. They showed us the "murder hole" that was located right above you when you walked in the front door. If the person who walked in was an invader, they would shoot arrows through the hold and pour down boiling water. We also got to see where the lord and lady would have resided and their bedroom. You should have seen the narrow, steep and incredibly difficult stairs that you had to climb. The lady of this castle had 19 pregnancies, so our guide asked us to keep that in mind when we were walking up the stairs! Lastly we went to the bottom to see the dungeon. Gavin got a kick out of that.
Next was Cork City. It is such a pretty city and full of people! We went and saw De at work and then went to something called the English Market. Lots of produce and butcher shops. Really neat. Went to the fish market too and got salmon for dinner. Afterwards we went to a great irish cafe/chocolate shop for coffee and treats. The kids got hot chocolate. They had a large vat of melted chocolate. They would scoop some out and add the hot milk. Very good!
We were all pretty tired after this, so we went back to Ann's house and I had a bit of a nap on the couch. The kids played outside in their yard. Ann made us a great salmon dinner and we had a dessert called viennata afterwards. And ice cream treat.
Tomorrow we have to pack and get ready for our weekend in Dingle. We are staying right on the sea. We will also be watching an Irish football game at a pub which I think will be great fun. The adults may be going out in Cork City tomorrow, if everyone is up to it. All the travelers (Zack, JW, Dad, Megan) get back tomorrow, so I can't wait to hear how their trips have gone.
Next we went to Barryscourt Castle which has been recently renovated. It was built in the 16th century (wow!). It was amazing to be inside and try to imagine what it was like then. They showed us the "murder hole" that was located right above you when you walked in the front door. If the person who walked in was an invader, they would shoot arrows through the hold and pour down boiling water. We also got to see where the lord and lady would have resided and their bedroom. You should have seen the narrow, steep and incredibly difficult stairs that you had to climb. The lady of this castle had 19 pregnancies, so our guide asked us to keep that in mind when we were walking up the stairs! Lastly we went to the bottom to see the dungeon. Gavin got a kick out of that.
Next was Cork City. It is such a pretty city and full of people! We went and saw De at work and then went to something called the English Market. Lots of produce and butcher shops. Really neat. Went to the fish market too and got salmon for dinner. Afterwards we went to a great irish cafe/chocolate shop for coffee and treats. The kids got hot chocolate. They had a large vat of melted chocolate. They would scoop some out and add the hot milk. Very good!
We were all pretty tired after this, so we went back to Ann's house and I had a bit of a nap on the couch. The kids played outside in their yard. Ann made us a great salmon dinner and we had a dessert called viennata afterwards. And ice cream treat.
Tomorrow we have to pack and get ready for our weekend in Dingle. We are staying right on the sea. We will also be watching an Irish football game at a pub which I think will be great fun. The adults may be going out in Cork City tomorrow, if everyone is up to it. All the travelers (Zack, JW, Dad, Megan) get back tomorrow, so I can't wait to hear how their trips have gone.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
July 2nd, Ireland
We continue to have fun in Ireland, but are still getting used to the time change. I woke up at at 4:50am and was wide awake. The kids slept in late today. So after waking, we planned on going around Cobh (the town we are staying in). Brenna didn't wake up until after 11am and it was obvious that she wasn't well. So Deirdre took my mom and Gavin (everyone else is off on trips) to Cobh. They went to a beautiful cathedral and down to the harbor.
Now, while this enjoyment was all going on, Brenna's "not well", turned into "very sick". She was sick on and off all day. She finally perked up late afternoon, so the whole day was not a waste.
We went to Ann's house for a great dinner. Gavin and I also took a great walk up the road and saw some really pretty sites.
Zack and John are in Scotland, John W is in Amesterdam and Megan is in Paris. Since our cell phones are not working here, I don't know how things are going. They will be back on Friday so we will here then.
My memory card doesn't work on Deirdre's computer, so I am not sure we will have any pictures on the blog until after we get home.
Gavin is learning some Irish, AND we saw Spongebob Squarepants in Irish today. Not the irish accent, the actual irish language. Apparently Dora speaks Irish too.
Tomorrow we are planning on going to the Titanic Museum (cobh was the last port for the Titanic), the English Market in Cork City and Fota Wildlife park.
Now, while this enjoyment was all going on, Brenna's "not well", turned into "very sick". She was sick on and off all day. She finally perked up late afternoon, so the whole day was not a waste.
We went to Ann's house for a great dinner. Gavin and I also took a great walk up the road and saw some really pretty sites.
Zack and John are in Scotland, John W is in Amesterdam and Megan is in Paris. Since our cell phones are not working here, I don't know how things are going. They will be back on Friday so we will here then.
My memory card doesn't work on Deirdre's computer, so I am not sure we will have any pictures on the blog until after we get home.
Gavin is learning some Irish, AND we saw Spongebob Squarepants in Irish today. Not the irish accent, the actual irish language. Apparently Dora speaks Irish too.
Tomorrow we are planning on going to the Titanic Museum (cobh was the last port for the Titanic), the English Market in Cork City and Fota Wildlife park.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
We're here!!!!
We have safely arrived in Ireland! When we got in at 7:30am Irish time which was 1:30 am American time!! We got VERY little sleep on the plane. We met up Ann and Deirdre and had a 2 hour drive home. It was a very painful 2 hour drive home! I wanted to keep my eyes open so I didn't miss anything, but it hurt to keep my eyes open! We made it to Ann's house and she made us a great breakfast. We had eaten snacks and airplane food for about 24 hours so it was so nice to have a meal. It was an irish breakfast so we had rashers, white pudding, black pudding (not like our pudding at all), toast and eggs.
Next we came over to Deirdre's house and took a nap. Now we are feeling better and are getting ready for dinner. I will post pictures later!
Next we came over to Deirdre's house and took a nap. Now we are feeling better and are getting ready for dinner. I will post pictures later!
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