Headed for Ireland and Scotland

**Donnie** · 5th June 12, 03:26 AM

My family and I are leaving for a week in Ireland and a week in Scotland this week! Long awaited (10 years). The trip will be in Celebration of my daughters graduation from the US Naval Academy and commissioning into the US Navy. I am so excited I can hardly stand it. I will be wearing my Kilt for the flight over, and several times while there.

**tulloch** · 5th June 12, 05:01 AM

That is great. I am very happy for you. Enjoy on behalf of all of us unable to make the trip. Regards to the Queen if you see her.

**LitTrog** · 5th June 12, 05:16 AM

Sounds like a great trip, and a wonderful excuse to make it.

My congratulations to your daughter--you must be proud of her!

Closest I ever got to her accomplishment was a Greek girl I dated named Anna Polis. Obviously, she was much less discerning than the Academy.

**brewerpaul** · 5th June 12, 05:35 AM

Im small and can fit in a spare travel bag!!!!!!

Not really, Im 6' 2" but Im full of envy and delight you are going across the pond.

Have a wonderful time.......

**MacMillans son** · 5th June 12, 06:43 AM

Originally Posted by LitTrog

Obviously, she was much less discerning than the Academy.

CLEARLY!!!!

Congratulations to your daughter on her accomplishment Donnie, you must be a very proud papa indeed. Have a safe and wonderful trip, we look forward to the photos and report upon your return.

**cessna152towser** · 5th June 12, 06:46 AM

Enjoy your travels. Let us know if you are coming this way while you are in Scotland.

**Jock Scot** · 5th June 12, 06:59 AM

Scotland is almost looking at its very best at the moment. Be prepared for the midge! They are about in huge numbers(a vintage year in fact) and seem to be at their most voracious at the moment. Nevertheless, have a great time.

**Blarney Stone Kisser** · 5th June 12, 07:47 AM

Donnie, I'm not sure that Ireland or Scotland are ready for a good ol boy from south Louisiana. You'll love it there. Be sure to kiss the Blarney Stone. It will take your breath away. Tell the new Ensign that I am very proud of her and offer my congratulations.

Larry

**fcgeil** · 5th June 12, 07:51 AM

Sounds like a great time, be sure to take loads of pictures, and post the best of them here.

**creagdhubh** · 5th June 12, 08:27 AM

Safe travels and have a most enjoyable trip to the British Isles! Congratulations to your daughter from a U.S. Marine NCO - it is quite an accomplishment indeed and you must be very proud of your daughter. Well done!

Best wishes,