Bits & Baubles · Christmas in Ireland · County Wicklow · Driving · Ireland December 2014 · Travel Blog

Weather – A Frequent Topic of Conversation

As I traveled through County Wicklow a couple of days ago, I thought - now I understand why everyone talks about the weather in Ireland ... constantly.  I was driving in high winds and horizontal rain. However, it was also necessary to wear sunglasses due to the glare on the road.  I also found myself… Continue reading Weather – A Frequent Topic of Conversation

Bits & Baubles · Driving · Fall-ing for Ireland · Ireland September 2013 · Travel Blog

The Car V.3

This trip I ordered a compact.  The ads usually give you an example as a Ford Focus for a mid-size. But the cars have actually been a bit bigger.  It isn't the driving that I find difficult, it is the parking.  Or as Eileen calls it ... bending. The winner ... A Nissan Micro.  Micro might… Continue reading The Car V.3

Damp, Muddy & Happy · Driving · Ireland December 2012 · Ireland January 2013

The Car II

This is for those that want to know about the 'car'. One of the best memories we have from June is the ugly orange BMW. We were expecting one that was old and full of dents; definitely not orange. This time around … not a BMW, not orange, and still no dents and dings. As… Continue reading The Car II

Driving · Ireland in 3,585km · Ireland June 2012

The Car and Driving II

I was born to drive on the left side of the road! I am getting it. After a couple of days, I am no longer having to chant 'left, left, left'. I am reading the road signs better ... I probably shouldn't admit this, but I don't remember many of them that first day. Thankfully,… Continue reading The Car and Driving II

Driving · Ireland in 3,585km · Ireland June 2012

The Car and Driving

When I would mention that we are going to be driving around Ireland, I have often received a curious look, closely followed by ... You do know they drive on the 'wrong' side of the road. It is usually more of a statement than a question. So, picture this. You have been up for 24… Continue reading The Car and Driving