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Back In The Swing Of Things…

May 26, 2011 by Kristy 6 Comments

5/26/11

4 miles

33:20

8:20 avg pace

Today it’s back to work and back to normal. No more travelling around Ireland, driving on the other side of the road, pints (lots of pints), and sightseeing. As much as I love to travel, it’s so nice to return home and get back to your old routine.

The past week and a half were much needed in terms of running. It forced me to take a physical break and, as a result, my legs feel amazingly refreshed. More importantly, I needed a mental break. Sounds cheesy but I feel renewed and very eager to start training again on Monday. I’m dying to jump back into it and plan on working harder than I ever have before.

Coming home was easy knowing this black furball was waiting for us…

DSCN0977 — Hurry up and take the picture

DSCN0979 — I refuse to be photographed anymore

DSCN0981 — I need a haircut...a new summer 'do

Running in Galway

May 24, 2011 by Kristy 7 Comments

Greetings from Galway! We got here yesterday and I managed 2-30 minute runs so far! Between being on the go and drinking every night, I’m surprised I was able to muster the energy for a run 😉

A little glimpse of what we did last night (or every night for that matter)…

And some pictures from my run this morning…

We come home tomorrow. We’re sad to leave but looking forward to seeing Hawk, relaxing over Memorial Day weekend, and getting back to running (that’s me, not Matt). Hawk doesn’t seem to miss us too much. He’s staying with Aunt Karyn (my sister) and Aunt Des (my sister-in-law). As you can see, he makes himself at home!

Cliffs of Moher

May 22, 2011 by Kristy 2 Comments

Matt and I are staying the night in a small town called Doolin, on the western coast of Ireland. It’s very small and very quaint. As I type, I’m overlooking green hills and I can see cows not too far away. Very different from Philly! Here’s our view from the window.

Today we went to the Cliffs of Moher. It was absolutely beautiful!

Running in Kinsale

May 21, 2011 by Kristy 5 Comments

5/21/11

30 min run in Kinsale

I was finally able to run this morning! We have been on the go since Tuesday and there has been very little time to run. We spent last night in Kinsale, on the southern coast of Ireland. It’s a sleepy, little beach town.

I was experiencing some major running withdrawal! I was only able to fit in 30 minutes but I feel so much better. Ireland has the most perfect running weather.

Pictures from my run…

DSCN0711 — It was ridiculously steep...I could barely run back down.

We are off to Kenmare soon to tour the Ring of Kerry! Have a great weekend!

Queen Elizabeth II Sighting!

May 20, 2011 by Kristy 7 Comments

Last night Matt and I were walking around Dublin (pub crawling and getting lost) and we came across a huge group of people behind a barricade. The Queen was supposed to be out of Dublin by Wednesday but her itinerary was kept hush hush for security reasons. Matt and I weasel our way to the front and find out everyone is waiting for the Queen to drive by! Oh my god, talk about timing!

So here’s a picture of the Queen driving by in a Range Rover giving her royal wave. She’s in the backseat. So cool, right?!

Greetings from Dublin!

May 19, 2011 by Kristy 8 Comments

Hello!

Today is our last day in Dublin and we’ve been on the go since landing on Tuesday morning. Tomorrow we head south to Kinsale and then onto Kenmare and the Ring of Kerry.

We really like Dublin (especially at night!) and the people here could not be any nicer.
Queen Elizabeth II was here on Tuesday and Wednesday and it was a BIG deal. Lots of closures and delays everywhere. On Tuesday we basically walked all around Dublin…or at least where we could get to.
On Wednesday we headed south of Dublin along the coast to Bray, Dalkey, and Killiney.
I swear we walked close to 10 miles on Wednesday. It was crazy. I have a new respect for people who walk marathons.
On Wednesday night we went to the championship game of the UEFA Europa League (soccer). Matt purchased tickets about a month ago and he was sooo excited about it. Our seats were about 15 rows away from the field!

We went to lots of pubs…

We climbed to the top of Bray Head (see the big mountain in the distance?). And then the view from the top.

At the Guinness factory…

At the UEFA Europa League match…

That’s all for now! See ya in a few days!