My latest trip to the U.S., like the one before it, was exhausting. I didn't have to do as much flying this time, but I did manage to get to three cities within two weeks. I spent a few days in the DC area visiting friends and running around like a lunatic in order to get everything done that I wanted. I got to visit Ragni and see her new baby, I had dinner with Kim and Jen, and even made it to the dentist. And of course as the Daly family pack mule, I shopped for all the things you can't buy in Ireland.
My flight home on Friday was uneventful, although I did meet an American woman who is married to an Irishman and is raising her children in western Ireland. She's been here for five years and has three small children. She had some pretty funny stories about getting adjusted that I could totally relate to. I arrived at Shannon at 6:30am Saturday morning and after a two hour drive home, I was beat. I slept for a few hours and then got up to help out in the kitchen. One of the staff has left for the season and Rory (the chef) is on vacation, so things were hectic. In case you're wondering, by "help out in the kitchen," I mean washing dishes. I'm not allowed to actually cook anything. Sunday I slept for most of the day thanks to a massive sinus headache, but I was able to help out again in the kitchen Sunday night and get most of the ironing done. Today I helped out with the morning clean up before heading off to work. I know it sounds like a lot, but I really enjoy working alongside Oran at Portfinn. It's hard work, but very rewarding. And I can honestly say, I never get tired of being around him! But alas, today I must get back into the groove of report writing and dealing with compliance emergencies.
I'm still waiting to get pictures from Audrey and Abby, but I will post them as soon as I can.
Love, Kim
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Not that I actually read your blog, but if I did I would be insulted by the lack of mention of a certain AWESOME dinner slavishly prepared by your most loyal admirer.
Also, how's Dorie doing so far? Hope you're taking good care of her : )
So glad to see you are posting! It was so good to see you--can't wait until you come to DC again and can visit longer. Take care! ~ Kim
Have you ever had an experience that was so great that you just didn't want to share it with anyone? You just wanted to keep it all to yourself so you could cherish it? Well, that's how I feel about the awesome dinner that was slavishly prepared for me by my good friend Sally.
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