It’s been almost a week now since I returned from the UK. The jet lag this time has taken longer than usual, and I’m in danger of getting in a loop, going to bed early and having a nap in the day! It has to stop. For the first few days I generally take a sleeping tablet, but that’s something I don’t want to get used to. Hopefully I will return to normal soon.
So where has the week gone? I took it easy on Monday and was supposed to unpack, I will finish it soon just a case (no pun intended) of putting the clothes away.
Tuesday I was back at the Bridge table and after drove straight to my daughter’s for a spot of babysitting. Wednesday I had Rosie again for a few hours, Lachie has started school and I will miss my munchkin Mondays.
Thursday and Friday more Bridge, no wonder I haven’t fully unpacked!
Being back in Perth is wonderful, my dear hubby has missed me and is glad to have me back. I have missed the sun and the warm weather, I can’t cope with English winters anymore.
Photos for Natalie’s Public Art Challenge
On my last day in Dublin I went for a walk near the hotel to have a look at the murals located on the walls of The Icon Walk.
Left – Gabriel Byrne – hosted The Late Late Show on a Saturday night, known as The Housewife’s Choice and a gentle shepherd.
Middle – Thomas Crean (1877 – 1938) – Explored the Antarctic three times with Scott and Shackleton. Awarded the Albert Medal for bravery
Right – “Priests on a remote island off the coast of Ireland managed to encapsulate Ireland’s changing consciousness about the church and that delicate matter, that, the anoited ones might be as imperfect as the rest of us; only funnier”
Aged 92 today
This was a lovely walk and I wish I had had more time to properly look at all the descriptions of the various artists. Ireland has produced so many famous authors over the decades and continue to do so. My favourites are Dervla McTiernan, Claire Keegan and Marian Keyes.
Travels with Ali 
Hope you get over your jet lag soon but it must be so nice to be back with your husband and close family. I envy you the warm, sunny weather and not having to spend time getting togged up in layers, hats, boots, scarves and gloves.
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It’s so nice to be back Marion, I live in paradise although it’s great to have some diversity now and again
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We don’t like English winters either…it’s the dreariness that saps you! However, regarding your jet lag, are you really sure you want to “return to normal”?
“Normal” is not something I aspire to being, and I somehow think that you don’t, either!
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I hope you get over the jet lag soon. I know what you mean about English winters, that’s why we try to get away for part of them each year! I love the Father Ted mural 😄
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Thanks Sarah, yes ironic as I spent most evenings watching him
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Good point Phil, but I can’t function without 7 or 8 hours sleep a night!
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I’m glad you made it home safely. I will vote for spending time with friends and loved ones over unpacking any day. Laundry can wait when memories can be made. Have a wonderful week ahead!
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Thanks Kellye, that’s one thing that can be guaranteed..laundry will always be there for you ☺️
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You’ve become a Bridge addict. Good to be home!
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It’s becoming an obsession Jo, I need to pare down a bit!
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I like the murals, I’ve not seen them before.
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Thanks Anabel, I’m always on the lookout for murals!
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Ali, Glad to hear you’re back at home safely. I hope your jet lag is over soon. I enjoyed seeing those murals. With so many famous Irish artists, I imagine the Icon Walk is going to lengthen. Thank you for your PPAC contribution.
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Thanks Natalie
Have a good weekend 😊
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Holidays are great but it is always nice to return home and pick up familiar routines. I have just discovered Dervla McTeirnan. My absolute favourite is Maeve Binchy.
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Yes I read a lot of Maeve Binchy, but I like books with more of an edge
You should try Claire Keegan, a simple but very profound book
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I’ll check out her work.
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Jet lag is a killer. Glad you’re back ok. That mural walk looks great.
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Thanks Jo 😊
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Glad you made it home safe and sound 🙂 nice to go. But also nice to come home. Who needs to unpack, there are more fun things to do!
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I’ve just been catching up on your posts Ali and loving all the travel, but the jet lag isn’t much fun is it? Enjoy being home and warm again.
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Thanks Debbie, it is good to be back and feel the 🌞
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Like you, I usually travel without my husband who minds the home and dogs. My m.o.t.h. is always glad when I return! I love the view from your bridge game location! I am about to learn Mahjong. Have you ever played that?
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It used to take me forever to get over jet lag returning from the UK. It is great you can take it easy until you do.
I didn’t realise your traveled without your beloved. You must have missed each other very much!
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Thanks Ju-Lyn, yes my dear hubby says long haul is no longer for him!
But in some ways it’s better I go to my parents alone as I don’t have to worry about him being bored. I’m quite happy sitting watching tv with them in the evenings.
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I hear you! Although I am sure you miss him very much!
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I sure did we spoke twice a day 😃
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The time difference would have made it challenging! and you still managed twice a day!!!
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