If water stands motionless in a pool it grows stale and muddy, but when it moves and flows it becomes clear: so, too, man in his wanderings. ~ Muhammed Asad (Borrowed from Chickybus.com. :)
Quote: Many of our fears…
Many of our fears are tissue paper thin, and a single courageous step would carry us clear through them. ~ Brendan Francis [Behan] (1923-1964) Irish Author
Southwest Co. Cork
17 Dec. 2010 Co. Cork, Ireland Dario's parents were in town for a brief holiday visit. Other than an afternoon outing to Blarney Castle, most of their time had been spent in the city. We both really wanted to show them some of the beautiful Irish countryside and coast so they would have a better …
The Cork Accent
Found this on the Peoples Republic of Cork forums, where folks were quite outraged at his representation. Mention of broken legs and such, eek! …I have to say, I found it pretty funny. It's a bit Yoda-fied, but still funny. (I hope Janet, of Journalist On The Run, will forgive me for chuckling a bit.) …
Quote: To travel is to take a journey into yourself.
To travel is to take a journey into yourself. ~ Danny Kaye
Blarney Castle
Blarney, Ireland I finally had an excuse to visit Blarney Castle! Dario’s family was visiting from Italy, so I took the opportunity to head up the hill and gain the gift of eloquence (about time!). I dragged my friend, Steven, along, too. He’s a bad, bad Irishman and had never been there. That situation is …
Video: Cheap Flights (traditional music ;)
Filled with lovely curses and oaths — and a wee bit o' dancin'. ;) Watch it on YouTube: http://youtu.be/ZAg0lUYHHFc
Quote: When we tire of well-worn ways, we seek for new…
When we tire of well-worn ways, we seek for new. This restless craving in the souls of men spurs them to climb, and to seek the mountain view. ~ Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Quote: The person who says it cannot be done…
"The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it." ~ Chinese proverb
Quote: It is better by noble boldness…
"It is better by noble boldness to run the risk of being subject to half the evils we anticipate than to remain in cowardly listlessness for fear of what might happen." ~ Herodotus (485 – 425BC) Greek Historian
Cork: South Parish
Cork, Ireland Tourist information offices are easy to dismiss as being designed for, well, tourists. They are also, however, a great source of information for locals who would like to learn about upcoming events as well as a bit of history. Handily enough, the Cork tourist office has 2 brochures published by the Cork City …
Quote: Once in a while it really hits people…
“Once in a while it really hits people that they don’t have to experience the world in the way they have been told to.” ~ Alan Keightley (Snagged this from Where Is Jenny. Thanks, Jenny! Great quote!)
Serengeti: Day 2 (Part 1)
3 Jan. 2009 Serengeti National Park, Tanzania After a lovely night in a luxury hut (you laugh, but it's true!) we set off for Day 2 of our safari. But before we climb back into the Landrover, I really should tell you about the huts. The were round buildings with 2 double / full sized …
Quote: If you have enthusiasm…
"If you have enthusiasm, you have a very dynamic, effective companion to travel with you on the road to Somewhere." ~ Loretta Young
3 things on Sunday
7 Nov. 2010 Cork, Ireland Dario and I had lunch in town, then walked around a bit and ran errands. Found a few amusing things along the way. Just following orders.
Wavy Gravy: peace lovin’ fool
As part of The Stealth Mission™ here at TourAbsurd (that is to say, mind broadening through humor), I think it's only fitting to promote like missions. I therefore submit the upcoming film about Wavy Gravy, Saint Misbehavin'. The film came to my attention via my online friendship with Wavy's son, Jordan, a fellow Burning Man …
Quote: There is only one success…
"There is only one success – to be able to spend your life in your own way." ~ Christopher Darlington Morley (1890-1957)
Cork-surfers.
30 Oct. 2010 Cork, Ireland I think we can all agree that, whenever it is humanly possible, you should use puns. It is one of the clearest, simplest laws of nature. Not worth debating, really. I mean, on my first trip to Cork, I sent out couch requests with "Cork-surfing" as the subject line, because …