Most weeks of our extreme minimalism challenge have had some kind of theme. There's been kitchen stuff, wifey stuff, puppy stuff, stationery stuff and more. Well, this week's theme is... random stuff. While Shae was going through one of our closets, she pulled out all kinds … [Read more...] about Extreme Minimalism: Week 12 – Random Crap Edition
Feasting Like Royalty At The Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet
After stopping to explore Quin Abbey, we continued on our way to Bunratty. We made a quick diversion to Knappogue Castle to add another castle to our target of seeing at least 12 of them during our Ireland road trip. One of the nice things about Knappogue Castle is that you … [Read more...] about Feasting Like Royalty At The Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet
Quin Abbey In 30 Photos
After leaving the Cliffs of Moher, we set Google Maps to direct us to Bunratty. That's because we were going to be indulging at the castle's medieval banquet that night. During our time in Ireland, Clare FM was broadcasting from Fleadh Cheoil, a music festival and competition. … [Read more...] about Quin Abbey In 30 Photos
Returning To The Cliffs Of Moher
After spending about half an hour exploring Kilmacduagh Monastery, we got back in our rental car and continued on to the Cliffs of Moher. It was a fun drive to the cliffs while we listened to Clare FM, the local radio station. There were people playing fiddles, listeners … [Read more...] about Returning To The Cliffs Of Moher
Luck Of The Irish At Kilmacduagh Monastery
We left Athlone fairly early in the morning so that we could get to the Cliffs of Moher before it got too packed. It was due to be a two hour drive, so we expected to arrive late morning. Our friends had set a challenge for us to see at least 12 castles while in Ireland, … [Read more...] about Luck Of The Irish At Kilmacduagh Monastery
Extreme Minimalism: Week 11 – Stationery Edition
OK, so for the last two weeks I haven't really gone to extreme lengths when minimizing our stuff. We had a couple of busy weeks of travel looming, so I went for the low-hanging fruit of minimizing our overstocked pencil and pen collection. Considering we hardly ever write … [Read more...] about Extreme Minimalism: Week 11 – Stationery Edition
24 Hours In Athlone, Ireland: Where To Stay, Eat, Drink, Shop & Visit
Having picked up our rental car, we headed out on the M4 towards Athlone - a town on the River Shannon in central Ireland. Our flight landed at Dublin Airport in the morning, so we reached Athlone by about 11am. That meant we had almost 24 hours to enjoy the town, so off we … [Read more...] about 24 Hours In Athlone, Ireland: Where To Stay, Eat, Drink, Shop & Visit
Introduction: Non-Surprise Ireland Road Trip
In August 2017, Shae and I went on a trip to Ireland with a couple of our friends. It was meant to be a surprise birthday trip for Shae, but that surprise got spoiled. We were flying into Dublin which is on the east coast, but there were also places we wanted to visit in the … [Read more...] about Introduction: Non-Surprise Ireland Road Trip
Marriott Rewards Silver Status: The Benefits And How To Get It
This is the second post in a series about the different status levels in the Marriott Rewards loyalty scheme: Member Silver Gold Platinum Once you've registered with their loyalty scheme, it's time to start earning Marriott Rewards Silver status. This comes … [Read more...] about Marriott Rewards Silver Status: The Benefits And How To Get It
Lifehouse And Switchfoot Live At The Wolf Trap
Washington, D.C. mini-trip for Shae’s birthday: Review: Stone’s Cove, Herndon VA Review: Staybridge Suites Herndon Dulles Review: b Restaurant DC Penn Quarter The Birthday Queen’s Royal Visit to Washington, D.C. 20 Pictures: Smithsonian National Zoo Lifehouse … [Read more...] about Lifehouse And Switchfoot Live At The Wolf Trap