I have been a deplorable slum-lord of a blogger. Know that when the blog is in a lull, it either means we're being social rock stars :) (including Norah's ever-full 'dance-card') our running is ramping up, or... we're sick. All of these have been true this last month. Meaning, when I have a month off of blogging, it generally means things are going pretty well (albeit, maybe too busy). We had the most lovely time with Suzy (just prior to St. Patrick's Day) and since then, we've been in a tidal wave of wonderful activities (with a chest infection to round it all out).
Wayne's Ph.D. has also ramped and he's entered the most interesting part of his research, to date. He is interviewing 18 psychologists around the world who are using Liberation Psychology in their work (lots of human rights' activism, civil rights' work, advocacy, etc.). And all of these psychologists knew, or worked with, Ignacio Martin-Baro (founder of Liberation Psychology and the Jesuit Priest who was assassinated by a CIA-trained death squad- along with 5 other priests - in 1989). Heavy stuff, to say the least.
He is interviewing professors (one of whom has done an official TED talk) and clinicians working in the U.S. maximum security prison system, with oppressed groups in Ireland., Ethiopian refugees in Britain, and extreme poverty in Haiti (as a very short list, from only the first 3 interviews). In short, he is extremely fortunate to interview this short list of incredible human beings doing difficult, honorable, and absolutely necessary work in our world (all in the name of "Liberation Psychology" - this thing Wayne is writing the history of). Imagine meeting and interviewing the likes of Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King Jr. - that's how it feels to speak to some of these individuals.
Wayne's Ph.D. has also ramped and he's entered the most interesting part of his research, to date. He is interviewing 18 psychologists around the world who are using Liberation Psychology in their work (lots of human rights' activism, civil rights' work, advocacy, etc.). And all of these psychologists knew, or worked with, Ignacio Martin-Baro (founder of Liberation Psychology and the Jesuit Priest who was assassinated by a CIA-trained death squad- along with 5 other priests - in 1989). Heavy stuff, to say the least.
He is interviewing professors (one of whom has done an official TED talk) and clinicians working in the U.S. maximum security prison system, with oppressed groups in Ireland., Ethiopian refugees in Britain, and extreme poverty in Haiti (as a very short list, from only the first 3 interviews). In short, he is extremely fortunate to interview this short list of incredible human beings doing difficult, honorable, and absolutely necessary work in our world (all in the name of "Liberation Psychology" - this thing Wayne is writing the history of). Imagine meeting and interviewing the likes of Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King Jr. - that's how it feels to speak to some of these individuals.
So, it's all good. And we're just 'geekin' out' every single time he finishes an interview - talking about what work they're doing, and how amazing they are. We've become activist groupies.
"When I die, Dublin will be written in my heart." -James Joyce
I.....covet....this.
(This one is from the sushi dinner with Suzy, on the Liffey. A gorgeous night in the city.)
The bridge is meant to resemble a harp - the symbol of Dublin.
SUPER BELATED: The Bray St. Patrick's Day Parade (yes, I realize it's April 14th now, nearly exactly a month later but...maybe.. better late than never??)
The most impressive, by far, were the American muscle cars (and there were quite a few). It was genuinely impressive given that they all have U.S. plates (mostly Texas). What was NOT impressive were the confederate flags displayed on several of the hoods. What??
So stinkin' cute.
Walking home one day with best-buddy Sebastian. These two absolutely adore each other.
My Mother's Day cards from Norah - 3 in total, I'll have you know. :) She memorized this poem and recited it for me (awwwww!). And the colorful teacup there has a teabag stapled underneath it. (heart-melter.....big time)
"I love you Mom. Love Norah" then, "Nothing" with a heart.
We decided to go out and hop on the train to Greystones for Mother's Day - it's 25 minute train ride, leaves from outside our place and feels like a little trip away. We left in the morning and were home by 2 pm. Norah also had a big birthday party on Mother's Day afternoon, so we were jumping all around.
Ok, Auntie Trysh, it's no Costa Rican beach but in Dublin - when you can be outside and take off our winter coat....watch out....it's summer. Honestly, sitting outside, with no scarf or coat is heaven after winter here. Bust out the sunscreen.
Phase Two of Mother's Day - a school friend's birthday party (princess attire required)
Turns out Norah has acquired a great deal of plastic beaded necklaces over time and she wore every single item of jewelry she owns.
This was a party for an older girl (5) in Norah's Montessori so you see the 3 year old's in the back there.
And Phase 3 of Mother's Day - our dear friend Graham invited us over for dinner and we had a feast! Perfect end to a lovely day out. Busy, but lovely.
Norah and other best bud, Lilia, on the walk back from People's Park
Ran into Sebastian at the train station so these best-buddies had a few minutes together.
2 comments:
You have Mother's Day in April in Ireland? Ours is May 11th? Interesting!? Looks like you have been busy little bees. Wonderful!
Love the princess party - cute
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