Let's just say I underestimated Ireland. I had always thought of Ireland as a gentle country, like a warm hug...or a wool sweater on a cold day. Maybe it's the brogue and the Guiness.
We didn't get off the bus in Camp like we planned on Friday. The bus didn't stop and so we ended up getting off in Annascual, so we're doing the peninsula clockwise instead of counter-clockwise like we planned. Day 1 was Annascual to Lispole where we stayed in a field behind a church. Day 2 was Lispole to Rahdeen (I think) where we stayed in someone's backyard. Day 3 was Rahdeen to Dunquin--stayed in a hostel. Day 4 was Dunquin to the foot of Mount Brandon and today we crossed over the shoulder of mount Brandon through a horrific pass and down into Cloghane.
I'm REALLY tired right now so I can't elaborate...more on all that later.
Anyway, Ireland is both kind and cruel. I was right about the Guiness at least--it's awesome over here. I can drain a pint like no one's business for lunch and it helps keep me going.
This hike has been brutal. Today Fred and I were nearly killed crossing over Brandon Mountain. Gale force winds and horizontal rain had us diving for cover in any ditch we saw. It was insane. We came up over the pass and had to cross along a ridge for about a quarter mile. There was cliff on either side and the wind was blowing us towards the ocean. Scariest thing I've ever done. My feet were wet for 10 miles after that and right now, besides smelling like a barn animal, I'm having a very difficult time with the whole walking thing. Need more Guiness.
We're at 54 miles and about 30 more to go, but doing great.
Off to Castlegregory tomorrow.
3 comments:
OMG be careful!!! And I am sure the pints are well-deserved afterwards. Mmm... like mother's milk...
Sounds awful, but I'm sure you're enjoying it. Miss you and can't wait to see you.
Sounds awesome... I wish I had been there! My office life is so boring... I miss the mountains and fun people.
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