When Irish Eyes Are Smiling….I Must Have Made Them Laugh

July 5, 2018July 5, 2018 ~ Buddy McElhannon ~ 4 Comments

Visiting a foreign country, especially for the first time, is always an exciting adventure. You just hope it’s not too exciting, if you know what I mean. After all, learning about a new culture, interacting with locals, and experiencing first hand how things are different from the US of A adds a breadth and depth … Continue reading When Irish Eyes Are Smiling….I Must Have Made Them Laugh

How the Irish Spell Hospitality

July 2, 2018July 9, 2018 ~ Buddy McElhannon ~ 3 Comments

My wife decided I needed a heads-up. In an attempt to manage my expectations, she explained in precise terms, what I should expect on our two-week vacation to Ireland. “You need to understand,” she said, “that the Irish are some of the most hospitable people on earth.” Though welcome words to one visiting Ireland for … Continue reading How the Irish Spell Hospitality