106. Lucan (Revisted) - Ireland - House and Pet Sitting - Episode 31

Back to Lucan for 4 days. Having been here before, we knew what to expect and made the most of it. Taking Archie for a walk was no easy task as he is a strong boy and where he wants to go, I followed whether I wanted to or not. Max found a dog park nearby and daily visits there was the perfect activity.  We could take Archie off the lead and let him socialise  with other dogs and, it gave us the opportunity to talk to locals.

The nightly ritual

This is Charlie, who we were lucky to see twice a day before he disappeared as a streak. 


And Fenway, who was much more sociable. 


I love this shot!. Archie is second from the left.  Golden Retriever mash up. 


Archie modelling outside a 16th-century ruin a few kilometres away.


We also had a coffee with the young couple Sinead and Connor (easy to remember!) that we met on our previous visit here. They had every excuse not to meet up as it was cold and windy, they had a sleeping newborn, an energetic Alsatian puppy in tow and, they had to walk to the cafe and yet they were as keen as we were to meet up.  It was great getting their perspective on life in Ireland, especially from Connor, a soldier in the Irish army.
 
Even though life is quite challenging for them, they have that Irish spirit and humour that sees them through. It's easy to see where Australians got the 'she'll be right' attitude to life - to be sure, to be sure.

I must admit, and Max would agree, that the most memorable part of this trip to Ireland has been the warm reception from the people we met. We have had so many conversations with strangers that leave us smiling and warm and fuzzy inside. On our next sit, we will be in the area where we did a previous sit in Knocknamota and will catch up with the pet owner Naimh and her family. 





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  1. AnonymousJune 16, 2024 at 2:25 PM

    'Loving every part of your adventure Paul and Max! Hoping your passport trials are resolved positively real soon. Love, Ian and Som

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  2. AnonymousJune 16, 2024 at 2:27 PM

    It looks and sounds like a lovely, friendly place. Archie looks like a smashing dog. Enjoy your next sit. Take care, Glen xx

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    1. Max and Paul's Excellent AdventureJune 24, 2024 at 7:44 AM

      Thanks Glen. Archie has been one of the most responsive dogs. He's absolutely beautiful.

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  3. AnonymousJune 17, 2024 at 7:49 AM

    Looks fabulous! Glad you're enjoying returning to previous sits. Still loving your photos.
    Mary 😊

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