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Random in Richmond
Penryn Station has no facilities, so train ticketing would have to be done in Truro. On the way, I ponder… do I head …
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Nowhere is… Now Here or Here Now
Along my way, folks recommended a visit to Bristol (or was it Brighton?). At the Great Western Railway office in London’s Paddington Station, …
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Respecting Time
On my first walkabout Liverpool, I noticed the seagull-pooped pavement and men homeless on the streets. In the following days of exploration, the …
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Sing a Song
An afternoon at sea sounded like a peaceful adventure, but the boys suggested otherwise. Due to the TT motorcycle races, ferries are filled …
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Isle of Man, man
In two days, I have to vacate the apartment rental in Kinsale. My next destination still undetermined, I look up flights from Dublin …
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Humanity
I like talking with strangers. Everyone has a story. They may not become friends but definitely memorable acquaintances… After a few nights at …
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Explore Observe Engage
Time for a walkabout, get my bearings. Especially in the neighborhood. Good to know what’s out there. A map from hotel reception in …
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Sleep deprivation buzz
The suite is named in Gaelic, (Greek to me). Light and clean, with Kinsale harbor and bluff views, it’s dreamy. There’s a lounge …
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A Broad Abroad
Cork International Airport has only two double-door entrances and BusÉirann 226 to Kinsale picks up in front of one. I sit two seats …
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How Did I Get Here?
Life in Santa Barbara was good until it wasn’t. I lived in the mandatory evacuation zones for the Thomas fires, and …