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Because I felt like I hadn’t spent the proper amount of time in the Museum of London, I went back on the morning of day 35. I probably spent another 2 hours or so from the black death to present … Continue reading →

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It’s taken a month, but I’ve finally developed shin splints. It’s probably due to the more relaxed pace in Ireland and then coming back to England to leg it roughly 12-13 miles around the countryside. Although I’m not complaining, because … Continue reading →

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So Blarney Castle did indeed happen. The first four photos are all from the castle and court, and before you ask, no, I did not kiss the Blarney Stone. The idea of kissing something that hundreds of people kiss each … Continue reading →

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I’ve lost track of the days here in Cork, Ireland. I suppose it was bound to happen somewhere and sometime on this trip. Timing-wise, it’s been great to visit with Fiona and then before I can get too lonely, find … Continue reading →

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I don’t really have much to show photo-wise for day eleven. I spent a fair amount of time walking around the city, but without a particular destination. Being between hostels, I didn’t really want to attempt to bring my ladened backpack … Continue reading →

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Day eight was another travel day. Sadly, I had to leave Edinburgh and was surprised at how fast I’d fallen in love with the city. Another place to come back to! After leaving King’s Cross, I headed South to Greenwich. Unbeknownst to … Continue reading →

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Day four I took a very touristy, but quite entertaining, bus tour around the Highlands of Scotland to Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle and Inverness. The driver was not only historically knowledgeable, but incredibly humorous. (This is relevant for day 6). I … Continue reading →