Nostalgic Folk Art was born in 2004. I came up with Nostalgic Folk Art name for my paper mache figures because I love the older things that remind me of my childhood and of innocent times. They are figures of folks both childish and impish and I love vintage folk art so putting nostalgic with folk art was/is a perfect and fitting name for my lil figures and business. I feel so blessed and thankful to God for being able to make these little pieces and hope they make you smile.


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Saturday, May 21, 2011

Eat At Gerry's In Dublin!

We have been back a few days now from Dublin and I think our systems are back in USA time completely. It was so good to see Kipp! He was a great guide and there were so many beautiful areas around Dublin. Mostly tho the city was like a cross between NYC and Asheville. The country was breath taking but it was way to cold when the wind blew. Here are some photos of Kipp, Dan and myself enjoying the pubs, and sites.

Our room was really sweet and spacious.

a phone in the bathroom and the shower was different as the floor tilted a bit for the water to run down to the drain.



Public transportation is wonderful over there!





The Lewis


Flowers were for sale here and there in the city area and they were so beautiful




castle at Malahide great tour!


Glendalough Abby






of course have to add a pic of sheep and i really am the worst photographer here is the best one.


The food over there was really expensive and we were really lucky to find this lil place around the corner a bit from our hotel. Gerry's is so good and they give you ridiculously huge portions for around $6.50 euros. Home cooked styled food and Gerry the owner is so personable and fun. I recommend this place for breakfast lunch and dinner. the fried cod is so tasty! the breakfast sausages are to die for.



Random pics of downtown Dublin area













Lots of really cool pubs and here are some random pics of us and one of Miklos a friend of Kipp's from Hungary.




Dublin had so many people from all over the world. It was crowded and full of young people. There were more Asian and Middle Eastern restaurants than I have ever seen, and I think i only saw 2 Irish restaurants. I never got a chance to try some "real" curry but we ate at this place called The Cave (French and Italian) and it was one of the best meals all 3 of us ever had.

We rented a car for one day and Lord I am surprised we survived! The driving is so strange, not just because we are used to a different side of the raod but the roads didnt seem as wide, street signs are almost non existant, and lots of one ways and pedestrian streets. With all the differences I never saw an accident scene like around here (I4) (95).
The people were very nice and we really enjoyed our stay and visit with Kipp.
Oh and the Queen was landing as we were leaving, would of loved to have seen her.

4 comments:

  1. Oh Jinx, How wonderful you got to visit Kipp!
    I would love to visit Ireland and your pictures just confirm it!

    Welcome Home!
    Audrey

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  2. Audrey when you get there eat at Gerry's !!!!!
    giggle and use public transportation dont attempt to drive!

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  3. I felt like I was right with you- going through your photos as you toured the country! It's wonderful and amazing and I would love to go one day! Looks like Ireland is agreeing with Kipp, Jinx - and I'm sure the boys were really glad to see you get home! Thanks for sharing a piece of your heart... love you!!

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  4. Carol, the pics are great! You all look so happy, but especially Kipp. I know Ireland must have been beautiful, and I bet you hated to leave. The hotel room looks gorgeous itself!
    Thanks so very much for sharing with us all :)

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My First Written Review/Kinda like your first dollar, I treasure this dearly

"Carol Roll is a relative new-comer, creating folk art for four years, now. Her paper mache figures reflect significant talent. At first glance, her angels, people, mermaids, and animals may appear cute and dear. At closer look, they are sophisticated, with detailed, expressive faces, each unique. Roll's work is anything but mass produced. It's the real deal. "

Linda Knopf Southern FolkArt Magazine 2008