Wednesday, October 12, 2016
I had one goal beyond sight-seeing and eating on this Wednesday. My goal was to get more familiar with driving on the other side of the road so I set out for a day of activities that would take me down every type of road that Northern Ireland had to offer. I could not have picked a more beautiful day with temperatures in the upper fifties and sunny.
My first stop was going to test my fear of heights at Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. This was another day that I beat the tourists to a popular spot. I had a beautiful walk to the bridge along a scenic path as I considered what I was about to do. I put a brave face on and wrapped my camera cord tightly around my wrist so I could mark this great crossing with a selfie. I calmly walked across the bridge as it swayed ever so slightly and positioned myself mid-bridge for the picture. After trying to get a picture where I did not look frightened, I was proud of myself to make it across the bridge. This was before the realization hit me that I would have to cross back on the bridge. I am glad to report I made it in both directions and had a really enjoyable morning.
