Later that first day

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Dan, Sean, Tyler and I took a bus downtown… and we just happened to walk upon a parade for the youth soccer clubs.

We had dinner at Eddie Rocket’s American-style diner. Cheeseburger and fries… much better than my previous BLT.

Afterward, we headed to Smyth’s Bar… the apparent hot-spot. Very nice place.

Observations made: (1) the Irish really like American music, (2) the Irish really like American beer… I was drinking Schmiticks, but I noticed everyone around me drinking Budweiser, Coors, and MGD… go figure.

After a cab ride back to Brookfield, we ran upon a drunken irish softball team down from Dublin for a weekend tournament. Dan and Sean were quick to bond with them. I opted for the disappearing act.

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Photos

Youth soccer clubs
Soccer... err... football is a big deal in Ireland. Their uniforms are much nicer than I remember from AYSO in Kansas.

Irish softball team
plus one guy from Canada

Comments

[sis]

love it, love it
nick, I love your blog. Keep it up. Glad to hear, as well, that you made it safe and sound. Any word on your luggage? how annoying... be safe!

[tu madre y tu padre]

Hijo mio
Que haces hijo mio. Estoy muy preocupada de tu buen salud. I am hoping you get your luggage rapido. Aye caramba. Keep us posted. We love your blog. YOu will be so glad you did this writing. Love Mom

[Cara]

It's almost like I'm there - except I'm not. I'm in Lawrence. Green with envy! Have so much fun! Pass my love on to the rest of the boys.