
So, it has been another long wait between blogs. I have been incredibly busy here in Glasgow. I just finished a 3000 word paper, and am working on another one at the moment. A lot has happened since my last post, most importantly being the visit of my dad, sister, brother-in-law, and cousin!!
My dad and Jamie arrived November 7th with just enough time left in the night to go out and have a few pints and a few whiskies with my friends Jet, and Bernd. It was a great introduction to Scotland for them!!! Bernd enjoys whisky, but it was actually Jets first time to drink it. He said that the Chinese had to show their respect by drinking the same drink as their elder, and drinking as much as they do. Needless to say, my dad had to test this theory, so he slammed down his first whisky shot. Jet followed suite by slamming down his first whisky ever …. followed by throwing up in the restaurant!!! (It was funny, but it wasn’t going to be Jet’s last time for throwing up while in Glasgow) The following morning was the beginning of a big day. My dad, Jamie,
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Sounds like you had a blast while your dad and your family was there! As I read all this i remembered the phone call and all the stories that DIDN'T make it into your blog, haha. Probably a good thing eh? I can't wait for this week to be done, because I know you will be home and then I won't miss you anymore. Take care darlin, Jo
Hey buddy!!! Looks like the trip of a lifetime is on its way to a close, however, we are SUPER excited that you are coming home soon! Can't wait to hear all of your exciting stories and to be honest with you, I may have to now try my first taste of Guiness!!! Ive never had it(except in a carbomb!), but i think i may have to throw back a cold one with you! looking forward to seeing your ass back in KY, USA!!!!Love ya! Steph
It's official. I am now cooler than you on at least two continents!!! I did learn to LOVE the Guinness. I think we should take Dad hiking somewhere on our next vacation. Miss you. We'll see you soon.
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BarrowlandsMy dad standing in the barrowlands in front of the tomb
JamieJamie in Ailwee Caves
OddJen brought something strange out of the cave with her ...
Dadenjoying the fresh sea air
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Sounds like you had a blast while your dad and your family was there! As I read all this i remembered the phone call and all the stories that DIDN'T make it into your blog, haha. Probably a good thing eh? I can't wait for this week to be done, because I know you will be home and then I won't miss you anymore. Take care darlin, Jo
Hey buddy!!! Looks like the trip of a lifetime is on its way to a close, however, we are SUPER excited that you are coming home soon! Can't wait to hear all of your exciting stories and to be honest with you, I may have to now try my first taste of Guiness!!! Ive never had it(except in a carbomb!), but i think i may have to throw back a cold one with you! looking forward to seeing your ass back in KY, USA!!!!Love ya! Steph
It's official. I am now cooler than you on at least two continents!!! I did learn to LOVE the Guinness. I think we should take Dad hiking somewhere on our next vacation. Miss you. We'll see you soon.
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