Sand. Usually, well, sand color. Not here, no The sand, the water are perfect. The best you’ve ever seen. Water so clear its shiny, Sand so bright it blinds you. They both elude description, But if i had to say, They’re practically white Playa de San Juan, Alicante Spain - July 13
Category: Summer of ’25
We’re back. This time we’ll visit Ireland (with the Haugland Clan), Austria, Spain, and the UK.
In the Distance by Xavier Dupuy
Swimming. That’s what you do when you live on the beach, right? Cold water, but refreshing. But, in the distance, a wall. A wall of rain. Not only that, light. And not just any light, lightning Lighting up the clouds. Slowly but surely making its way in my direction. And eventually it does, Putting a … Continue reading In the Distance by Xavier Dupuy
The Irish Sea by Xavier Dupuy
The Irish Sea Looks pretty normal Innocent? Don’t make me laugh. So insanely cold… Ventry Beach near Dingle, July 2
Innisfallen Island: Where Ireland’s Past, “Learning” and an Unexpected American Connection Converge by Josh Dupuy
Nestled in the heart of Killarney National Park, Innisfallen Island is a magical blend of Irish legend, medieval history and off-the-beaten-path discovery. The island on Lough Leane—the largest of Killarney’s three lakes—has been a sanctuary of learning, faith and mystery for eons (that's centuries to you and me). Reaching it means first conquering the Ring … Continue reading Innisfallen Island: Where Ireland’s Past, “Learning” and an Unexpected American Connection Converge by Josh Dupuy
Let the Summer of ‘25 party commence!
The Haugland-Dupuys have arrived in the land of their ancestors. After a long day’s journey, we arrived in County Kerry on Alexander’s 12th birthday. Celebrating his 12th on June 29 on the day of our journey to ensure there was birthday toast (since we were on a plane the morning of the 30th.) The long … Continue reading Let the Summer of ‘25 party commence!