Category Archives: Life Abroad

A Bittersweet Farewell

Posted on August 5, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

I cannot describe this day in a more fitting way than to say it is bittersweet. In less than 5 short hours, I will be getting on my bus and heading to the Dublin airport. I know, I know-stop the … Continue reading →

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Keep it Real Letterkenny O.o

Posted on August 4, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

So In approximately four and a half hours I will be heading out of Letterkenny for the last time.  Its pretty surreal, I must say.  Was it yesterday I was landing in Dublin a day late for the trip, freaking … Continue reading →

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Finding the Familiar in the Strange

Posted on August 2, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

What is it about the human brain, or maybe just mine in particular that makes a sort of “home” out everything possible in a new environment? Is it an overwhelming need for familiarity when everything around us is part of … Continue reading →

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EXCLUSIVE: Erin Opens Up: The Truth About Ireland!

Posted on August 2, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

By Rita Skeeter Earlier, I sat down with OU student, Erin R, to discuss her recent travels to Ireland and her nitty-gritty experiences in the Land of Sheep. During our riveting interview, Erin confided in me the shocking truth about … Continue reading →

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Reflections: Last Bus to Letterkenny

Posted on August 1, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

The title of this blog refers to things I was thinking about on my way back from our weekend trip to Dublin. As our last week here in Letterkenny (and Ireland altogether) begins, our time will be consumed with finishing … Continue reading →

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Dubliners

Posted on August 1, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

This past weekend was spent in Dublin. It’s always exciting getting to leave our home base of Letterkenny to explore new cities. After the four hour bus ride, we arrived in Dublin and at our hostel, the Globetrotter. We’ve been … Continue reading →

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Finding My Place in Letterkenny

Posted on July 22, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

So it seems to be the general consensus amongst us Ohioans that Letterkenny, Ireland is essentially Athens, Ohio.  It has the same “small town cut into the hills from nowhere” feel, the bar scene, and minus all the Irish excursions … Continue reading →

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Basics.

Posted on July 21, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

With the end of classes for today we officially have only two weeks left in Letterkenny, Co Donegal, Ireland. In some ways it seems as though the minutes have turned to hours and these next two weeks will never end, … Continue reading →

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“You’re so American, it’s unbelievable…”

Posted on July 15, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

…aka How to (Unintentionally) Live-Up to American Stereotypes in a Foreign Country. Any traveler’s guide will tell you that, when venturing to a foreign country, you really have two choices: 1) Be the tourist. This includes carrying around a large … Continue reading →

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Definitely Unexpected

Posted on July 10, 2011 by SFAM Divorce Mediator

Yesterday was one of our very first work experiences with the Earagail Arts Festival – the Festival Parade. We were asked to arrive by 9:00 PM at The Grill, a local club, so that we could get our vests, lanyards, … Continue reading →

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