Tag Archives: ireland

Hurling

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Sophia la Vespa

Hurling is native to Ireland and is considered to be one of the most dangerous sports in the world.  I learned the last part on some cable TV show teaser several years ago! The YouTube clip I found claims it … Continue reading →

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La scuola è finita!

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Sophia la Vespa

School’s out forever!  Well, at least for the foreseeable future! My tally to date is 6 weeks of language school and I need a break!  It has been a lot of fun and the schools have all been a bit … Continue reading →

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Here’s looking at you!

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Sophia la Vespa

As today is Domenica (Sunday) I figured I should do something religious so decided I would do all-things Santa Caterina as I am living in her neighborhood. Santa Caterina (1347-1380) is the patron saint of Siena and she was born … Continue reading →

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A list of my travels

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Sophia la Vespa

Here is a list of the countries / nations / territories that I have visited, I may have forgotten one or two!   I have been on multi-day hiking and biking trips in many of these countries and have ridden a … Continue reading →

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…and the real me?

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Sophia la Vespa

I may have to come back and edit this a few times as this is not a question I ever pose to myself.   Writing this post may be enlightening for me. Ethnicity & Family:  I am first generation American.  My … Continue reading →

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