Hello Blog-Land! So, I decided to beat the
January blues by taking a wee trip to Ireland earlier this month. I stayed on
a farm in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, with some lovely friends that I met when
travelling last summer.
So
the fact that I was staying ON A FARM was exciting enough, considering my
MASSIVE love of animals!! Here’s a picture of their dog, Duffy, and a picture I
have drawn of one of their cattle, Aoife, who happens to be big on the Irish
fashion scene…
So, in true Irish style there was a lot of horse riding, and a lot of drinking...
(White faux fur coat; Miss Selfridge, grey trousers; vintage, red boots; Zara.)
I would definitely recommend the Guinness
factory, in Dublin if you ever find yourself over on the green land, they tell
you all about how it’s made, (which I found quite boring), but they also have a
big section on their advertising history and many opportunities to drink, (which
I found quite fun).
Basically it’s one of those places where there
is ‘something for everybody'. Also, if you’re in Southern Ireland, buy the
Cadburys chocolate, it tastes creamier. I came home with 12 bars.
For a scenic day out, The Giants Causeway
is a must! It’s a beautiful natural rock formation, and even has its own tale
about how it came to be, (not that any of the locals can entirely remember it -
enter google), the tale goes that Finn MacCool (awesome name!), basically had some
testosterone fuelled fight with a giant over in Scotland, and picked up a lump
of rock to throw at him. Hence causing 'The Causeway'.*
If you are less endowed in the leg length
department (like moi), then I’d recommend taking a taller friend to help you
climb the rocks.
(Bobble hat; Zara, coat; borrowed, leggings; Zara, bag; vintage, boots; River Island.)
Also, whilst in the general area, take a
look at Dunluce Castle, it’s especially beautiful if you catch it on a sunny
day like we did! (Was still FREEZING though!)
Big thanks to the Crawfords for having me!
-Laura Jennifer.
*This is my very shortened version of the
tale, there are also many variations.
