We're in Dublin!


This morning we said goodbye to my mama / Emilia & Eduardo's Oma and like always it was a very emotional affair! :( I may currently be only two and 1/2 hours away but I already miss her so much. How cool is it that there are three generations of women in this picture though?! Do you think we look alike? I think we all look like our fathers, ha ha! My mum looks like her daddy (my Opa), I look like my dad and Emilia looks like Jonathan...or so most people say but I actually think that we all have the same eye shape. In fact Emilia's almond eyes have always reminded me of my mum! (From what I write on my blog it sounds like I basically think both my children just look like my parents but that's actually not true...I do see A LOT of Jonathan in them as well!)


We braved the crazy storm that is currently sweeping across Ireland and drove through wind and rain until we finally reached our destination - Dublin! I did grow up in Cork...I've spent most of my life there but I have always loved Dublin. I actually think I like Dublin more than Jonathan does and that has always been the case! Maybe because he grew up here it's not as much of a novelty for him as it is for me. We checked into the Shelbourne Hotel for the first time - we normally stay at the Westbury but it was booked out :( However we were definitely not disappointed! I'm kind of blown away by how kind & accommodating they have been, not only to us but to Emilia & Eduardo as well. If you have children you know how it is...if someone does something nice for you, of course you appreciate it. But if someone does something nice for your child - that brings it to a whole other level of appreciation, am I right?! So you can imagine how I felt when we arrived back in our room after Jonathan's family dinner to find THIS waiting for them. Pink and blue mini slippers with two cuddly teddy bears each wearing a t-shirt embroidered with their names on. Not only that but there is a freaking Winter Wonderland constructed entirely out of gingerbread and sweets downstairs in the lobby including a moving gingerbread train which is transporting marshmallows around the track. If a few houses  go missing tomorrow...you'll know I had absolutely nothing to do with it ;) 


And if you're in the mood for some vlogmas viewing, check out today's video above! It's a quick little outfit of the day including the kids' outfits and mine from when we recently did some Christmas shopping in Cork. It's also the first day I started to lose my voice (the next day it was completely gone!) so I apologise for how quiet and raspy I sound!

19 comments

  1. Three lovely women/girls. I think Emilia looks just like Oma!

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  2. You're so inspiring Anna, it's wonderful to read you, and watch your videos. Thank you to both you and Jonathan for your hard work and dedication. You are two absolutely loving and caring people, and I wish I could be a little bit more like you, Anna. You are truly inspiring to me. Lots of love - Camille.

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  3. You're all beautiful! I hope you have a great holiday season!

    istylelooks.blogspot.com

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  4. Hey Anna I love your outfit and the kid's outfits as well. I live in Athlone, Ireland and it has been pouring rain all day today as well. Well I hope your voice feels better soon. Go drink some ginger tea that's what my mum always tells me when I feel poorly. I hope you and the family have a great day and Happy Holidays! -Abbigail Barnhart age:15

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  5. Oh Anna you poor thing! I am an avid follower of your blog/ youtube channels and I felt so bad for you and your loss of voice! I hope you get better really soon! Getting sick when travelling really sucks!! It must have been so lovely to catch up with your family! Its the best time of the year to do it :) I also LOVE that outfit! Its so casual and nice!
    All the well wishes and Christmas love from me
    Tracy
    http://tracys-antics.com

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  6. I have stayed at the Shelbourne once, and my dad stays there about 25 nights a year for work, and it is honestly one of the best hotels ever. They are so accommodating and they treat their guests so well. You will not be disappointed.

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  7. Hope you have a lovely time!

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  8. Anna:( get well soon! You've probably seen me commenting "Love you Anna❤️ Remember she's only a phone call away" and I know that it's not the same but it's better than what some people have and I know you love and appreciate her and she does the same! I think you guys do all look alike!! You're all beautiful<3 love you loads xxx

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  9. Hi Anna !! love your vlogs!! I think Emilia looks so like your Mum!!! Bet you miss your mamma. Hope your enjoying your time in Dublin I'm from Dublin too grew up there but now live away !! The shelbourne is a beautiful hotel did u stay in the west bury last Christmas ?.. Currently waiting on your necklace to be delivered I'm so excited xxxx

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  10. Hi Anna!! Hope your enjoying your stay in Dublin I'm
    From Dublin & grew up there! Now let's Bing away. The shelbourne is beautiful did u stay in the west bury last Christmas ? Emilia looks so like your mum !! Bet you miss her :( the floods are so bad in cork right now !! Love following you Anna & your vlogs! Currently waiting on your necklace too arrive too so excited xxxxx

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  11. It's always tough saying goodbye to family members you don't get to see very often but it definitely makes the time spent together, that much more special! :) Hope you're having a fab time in Dublin Anna! X.

    Amylaurenxo.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. I haven't seen a picture of your mum's daddy but I do think that Emilia looks like her dad and you look a lot like your daddy. Ha!
    Get well soon!

    Alina
    www.eclecticalu.blogspot.com

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  13. Get well soon!
    kisses, Morgan x
    http://justmorgs.blogspot.co.uk

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  14. Love all of your blogging so far!! Keep up the good work Anna :)

    Lucy xoxo

    http://lucyannblog.blogspot.co.uk

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  15. I watch ur videos everyday!!! Thank u for inspiring me to have a family as quirky and cool as yours...
    I hope one day i get to meet the whole fambam!!!

    Rheena (philippines)

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  16. I love how close and family orientated you all are, seeing Emilia's face and sheer happiness when she looks at her oma makes my heart melt.

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  17. I am obsessed with your vlogs - I didn't even realise you had a blog. Gorgeous. I have a blog that I review hotels on and I am actually reviewing the Shelbourne this Monday :)
    www.thehotelrater.om

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  18. I think you have your mother's smile :)

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