Isle of Mists 2

Is it Saturday already?! Don't let time go by too fast! 

So, I pulled myself out of bed (only about 10 minutes late as I slept through my ipod alarm!) after 10 hours sleep (don't tell my sleep doctor!) to head to my Fringe training. I got ready (and was able to straighten my bangs thanks to my new plug converter!) and headed down to Temple Bar. Training was short - just a general overview and quick headshot taking. I was out of there before noon with a new goal: to get lost in Dublin. 

I wandered down side streets admiring the buildings and watching the people. I wish that everything would just freeze and I could take pictures of all the people!! I think I know where I got my fashion sense when I was in jr. high! People wear every kind of attire here. Even the old ladies have pink hair! I have also spotted Irish twins of some people I know in Canada - my CLTD Lisa N (but I can't her picture in a violet leisure suit), Chris Laddie from camp and my old manager Tanya (if she had bright red hair and a baby!).

I did swing into Starbucks just for something a little familiar. (I have not been terribly hungry or able to eat much of anything - I thought I'd least get a latte!) I did have to laugh though, there were 2 police officers at Starbucks buying fraps. Outside they handed them to the officer sitting in the car and the person in the back. Is that what happens when you get arrested here - they take you to *$??

While I sat sipping my latte a long parade of motorcycles headed up by police went by and continued to drive past for about 15 minutes! I wandered the streets, content to be alone and enjoy the scenery. 

The only store I went into was to buy a bottle of water. It did begin to rain slightly (it is Ireland after all) but it was right about the time I stumbled upon the Christ Church Cathedral and headed in for a self-guided audio tour. I felt an unreal sense of awe in this building. History has astounded me lately and being surrounded by such a long and rich (literally - kings have sat in this church!) history can be a little overwhelming.

I recognize that this church is a little on the small side compared to some cathedrals but it does have a feel of the sacred. 

Even the in the crypt there was a sense of peace when I was anticipating eeriness.

I wandered happily for five hours and then made my way back to the hotel to put my feet up for awhile. I need to consider where I am going to sojourn next week as I have one day left at this hotel. 

I didn't bring the big camera today. I realize that I would have gotten better shots, but the little coolpix feels less obvious and fits easily in my pocket. 

I have enjoyed being on my own thus far and not making much conversation besides talking with store clerks and the taxi driver as I headed into Dublin. I do need to wander downstairs for a decent meal but am hesitant in my antisocial mood. 

Tomorrow I will hit the streets again, I think. I have not been too eager to head shopping as I still have 3 1/2 weeks left and will be back in Dublin for the Fringe, to meet up with my Mom and then to fly out again.

I hope all is well back home! Blessings all!

- shel