Listen to the ramblings of an American 20-something living abroad in Ireland for the first time, trying to figure out life and how to make the perfect cup of tea. 

Last week was my birthday. And last year, I wrote a post called 20 Things I Learned During 20. You guys seemed to like it, ya crazies, so this year in honour of 22, I present you with 11 things I learned in Ireland and 11 things I learned in life over this past year living abroad.

I recently spent a few days in Wicklow with my boyfriend's mother. She showed me some of her favourite spots from growing up herself in Wicklow and raising Killian.

Come along with me as I explore Wicklow Town, beaches, gardens & more!

We had a bank holiday weekend here in Ireland which means no work on Monday! With the advantage of the day together, Killian took me up to Malahide. It's a village in northern Dublin. Very quaint with lots of little shops.

Last week I spent a few hours wandering around Cork. Read on to hear about the cute little neighbourhood I stumbled upon!