I never thought I'd say that. By my sister has convinced me that this will be much easier to let everyone live vicariously thru me on my little overseas experiment. And so I have created the Vespa Adventures. The title of the best selling book I authored in the universe I rule in my head. I can't promise it will be exciting. I can't promise it will change anyone's life. I can promise it'll be a good way to kill the last 15 minutes before you leave work. So, Welcome to Ireland. A few things I've learned after being here for 3 weeks:
1- The Irish don't stand on many ceremonies. But those they do are sacred. Take a number for the line even if the sign says you don't need one.
2- Although the Irish are known to be tight with their money, there is no shortage of generosity once inside a pub. Just try getting away with saying "Umm.. I think I'll just have some water."
3- Guinness alleviates allergies.
4- No one has the same accent.
5- Potatoes are served with everything. Even if you don't want them.
6- The time posted on the bus stop is not the time the bus arrives at the bus stop. It's the time the bus leaves the bus station. So depending on how far you are from the station, you could be waiting awhile.
7- Texting is tougher than it looks. Especially for a girl who cannot work call waiting.
8- Spring (retail spring) begins on Valentine's day whether or not you're still cold.
9- None of the public clocks display the correct time.
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