Living in Ireland as an American

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  • Опубліковано 30 тра 2017
  • In today's One-Off video I share about my experience of living in Ireland as an American. It's been an incredible time living here and I'm still learning.
    I'd love to hear about your thoughts on moving to another country and/or culture, or any questions you have on living in Ireland as an American. Leave a comment down below and let's talk about it.
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  • @brendannolan2508
    @brendannolan2508 5 років тому +228

    Lad stop worrying yourself. You're welcome here; just go out and enjoy it.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  5 років тому +15

      Doing my best :)

    • @catluva74
      @catluva74 5 років тому +10

      In California it's a lot about putting on airs and we're always right. So I think he feels he has to totally become Irish overnight. Of course that's just one small part of the US if you every really get to travel here you'll find each state is almost like a separate country.

    • @tonydavis5057
      @tonydavis5057 4 роки тому +6

      Hi, i am English ( ex Birmingham ) we moved to Flemish-speaking Belgium, compatible with Dutch when I was 12 or so, I joined a football club, went to school and learned the language, I was open-minded like you, I am now 63 and have quite a few friends here around Antwerp, as soon has you’ ve picked up the local Lingo you.’’re alright. I have many friends because of my maskering the language, but strangely enough I kept my Brummie accent....

    • @zachb5803
      @zachb5803 4 роки тому +8

      He's from California they have a lot of "feelings" from there I'm from southern US y'all would much rather have us in Ireland hunting fishing and lots of 🍺

    • @TT_1221
      @TT_1221 4 роки тому

      @@zachb5803 I like your style, I'm Irish but live in Spain, traveling between the two all the time . .

  • @Dr_Sweendog
    @Dr_Sweendog 6 років тому +447

    Im and irish student studying in dublin. I was born and raised in dublin . I work part time as a waiter in a hotel that has lots of American guests.
    I've three main tips for Americans coming to ireland.
    Firstly humility is important in irish culture. Its important to not think the worlds revolving around you
    Secondly slagging (mocking/ poking fun) of yourself and others is a hugely important part of irish humor. Its important to not be easily offended or overly PC.
    Thirdly being genuine.

    • @irishcountrygirl78
      @irishcountrygirl78 5 років тому +22

      Brilliant comment, sums it up.

    • @davidkelly6011
      @davidkelly6011 5 років тому +12

      Spot on

    • @axlrose333
      @axlrose333 5 років тому +5

      Being genuine.... What a joke you're one of the most fake people in the world you're not that different than Americans stop kidding yourself.

    • @MarkWilliams-kn1xe
      @MarkWilliams-kn1xe 5 років тому +9

      Charles Sweeney ,it must be genetic, I'm an American of Irish descent ,Mark Farrell Langford is my name.
      The 3 things you listed is the things i value.Don't think to much of my self,bustin balls we call it,and being real.
      Erin go Bragh brother!

    • @yanmacnp
      @yanmacnp 5 років тому +1

      My political spectrum is more right than you and about 3 boxes up from the Center just noticed that 😂😂

  • @kobathedread
    @kobathedread 6 років тому +129

    You come across as an open minded individual and I wish you all the best for your time in Ireland.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +4

      kobathedread Thank you very much 😊 I certainly try to be.

  • @ciannolan9713
    @ciannolan9713 5 років тому +43

    Pro Tip: If an Irish person insults you, insult yourself and he'll be your best friend

    • @mobius3466
      @mobius3466 2 роки тому

      That won't be so hard considering the catalog of self deprecating insults for Americans like myself is larger than the Bible lol

  • @sarahdayan243
    @sarahdayan243 7 років тому +53

    I love what you said about the importance of not coming with preconceived ideas and feeling like you've got everything sorted out, that your culture is the best culture and that you're bringing all the solutions with you. This really is the purpose of travelling, making us humble and opening our minds like we never thought we would.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +6

      It's really important to be sure. I also think that's one of the biggest downsides to the "travel" culture of our generation, where people just sort of trample around the world and not worry about what's happening in the places they're going. Understanding the world is more than just going there, it's about listening and asking questions and being invested.

    • @sarahdayan243
      @sarahdayan243 7 років тому +2

      100%. Travelling isn't just about seeing landmarks and looking ridiculous wandering around with selfie sticks. But I guess people just do what they want :D

    • @thomaschorley469
      @thomaschorley469 6 років тому

      Sarah Dayan eas

    • @ellengregory8002
      @ellengregory8002 6 років тому +5

      While that makes perfect sense...nobody wants to hear foreigners who are sure they have everything figured out, including you, it's disingenuous to pretend this is just an "American" trait. After working in the tourist/hotel business for decades, I have learned that even though Europeans attribute this attitude to all Americans, they themselves often demonstrate this same attitude loudly and proudly. I love talking to foreign visitors, but I've been lectured, mocked, hectored and teased by French, Italian, German, English, Australian, and Irish people about "what's wrong with the USA.". I've heard things like "at least we don't allow our children to be gunned down in school" or "we're not racist like you Americans are" or the classic "Americans simply have no taste". I don't mind the actual criticism as much as I mind the hypocrisy of holding Americans to a different standard than they hold themselves to.

    • @nick.caffrey
      @nick.caffrey 6 років тому

      Fair enough. But you have to realise that we too have our arrogant loudmouths who are quick to criticise what they don't properly understand.
      I hate and fear the gun culture in the US. It's a reason I would not go there. But, I understand that the debate around it goes to the heart of what it is to be an American. As an outsider, I cannot hope to properly comprehend this. So, I shut up in the company of Americans if this topic arises.
      Tarring all with the same brush is just the thing you are complaining about yourself.

  • @kristinbrowningpatterson9367
    @kristinbrowningpatterson9367 5 років тому +9

    Just visited Ireland and loved it. Like you we are from California, USA. Loved the Irish people, the culture and the HISTORY of the country. We were in Dublin, Kilkenny, Cashel, Ballina, Enniscrone, drove the Wild Atlantic Way, and Belfast. I felt very comfortable in Ireland. Was completely at home there.

  • @siramea
    @siramea 6 років тому +153

    Tone is important when speaking to Irish people. When people ask you how you are, a typical Irish response it 'Ah, not too bad' but it is said in a positive way. A Spanish girl I work with took it to mean that we are always looking at things from a negative perspective. However, I recently overheard a conversation between an Irish woman and a Polish man and when asked how he was, he cheerily replied, 'not too bad thanks', and I thought, he gets it. Similarly, we swear a lot but sometimes it is lighthearted everyday talk and sometimes it is not.

    • @Distress.
      @Distress. 6 років тому +4

      Sira Mea maybe that's where Americans got our habit of asking "how are you? Good." More simplified anyway.

    • @Swenthorian
      @Swenthorian 5 років тому +5

      Chinese does the same thing, with "ni hao" ("you good?") and "bu cuo" ("not bad").

    • @michaelheery7427
      @michaelheery7427 5 років тому

      @@Swenthorian in bettin PADDY POWERS..

    • @Aaron-ui9tj
      @Aaron-ui9tj 5 років тому

      That's also very common in the US Midwest/South. In more rural areas.

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому

      Haha its probably common all over the world. I've seen Irish celebrities on chat shows and they often say that people from such a place are very like the Irish and someone else says the very same thing about some other country on the other side of the world so its dawned on me that we're all much the same no matter what part of the world we live in just members of the human race trying to make a living and wondering what's it all about.

  • @startsrelax
    @startsrelax 7 років тому +127

    really interesting to hear your perception of our little island. humbled by your kind words. I suppose you could say "I appreciate you" lol 😊 great vid Cory 😊

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +11

      😆 I love it here, and I appreciate YOU! :)

    • @danieljackman8412
      @danieljackman8412 6 років тому +1

      startsrelax I'm Irish, it's fun.

    • @amadan9999
      @amadan9999 6 років тому +6

      Interesting video,, funnily enough i was speaking with an american yesterday whos now living in this part of the world and having done so now for a few years , his opinion of "america" has changed.
      He told me "we arnt the greatest country in the world", and he feels americans are very insular and know little of the "outside world" and that the world doesnt revolve around the US.

    • @timlinator
      @timlinator 6 років тому +2

      As an American who has lived abroad including Europe and Australia I agree. US is not the greatest not even close. I live in San Francisco which I think is the best US city but would love to move back to Europe if I could get my spouse to agree. My father is from Limerick so I am an Irish/EU citizen and don't a visa. Just need to convince my spouse.

    • @RobertK1993
      @RobertK1993 6 років тому +1

      Bob Scott US is so bad why does everyone want to immigrant there.

  • @greenknitter
    @greenknitter 6 років тому +71

    You sound like a lovely chap. Hope you enjoy your stay in Ireland and we treat you well :) Don't forget to visit West Cork, Kerry and Donegal! stunningly beautiful scenery there.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +4

      greenknitter Hey thanks very much! I've spent a little bit of time in each of those but definitely not enough, would love to get out there again soon 😊

    • @jackohaire1616
      @jackohaire1616 6 років тому +2

      greenknitter you forgot mayo and galway fuck the other 3 no one cares about them

    • @greenknitter
      @greenknitter 6 років тому +3

      Hah ok. I think the millions of tourists to those places every year would beg to differ, but of course Galway and Mayo are well worth seeing. I love Galway city myself.

    • @irishcountrygirl78
      @irishcountrygirl78 5 років тому +1

      @@jackohaire1616 what?? Donegal is absolutely gorgeous ya numpty !!

    • @jackohaire1616
      @jackohaire1616 5 років тому

      Tracey Nesbitt. Not as beautiful as ashford castle and the scenery around Cong in the south of mayo

  • @nick.caffrey
    @nick.caffrey 6 років тому +278

    You are so unlike my perception of an American. Your good manners are a credit to your nation.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +18

      Cheers Nick, I really appreciate that, thanks for your kind words :)

    • @kentix417
      @kentix417 6 років тому +56

      DesertHigh No, it's because everyone has their own personality. That's not determined by what state you live in. There are a lot of airheads in California. He happens not to be one of them. The same could be said for every state.

    • @kentix417
      @kentix417 6 років тому +9

      DesertHigh Sorry if I offended you but I'm just opposed to ridiculously over-generalized generalizations. I was a Peace Corps Volunteer. It was our job to do everything he speaks about - fit in, listen, learn, adapt, help. My training group of fellow volunteers had people from all over the country. There was no difference based on geography about how well a person did in the job. It was based on who they were as a person. And most of the people in my group did very well because, no matter where they came from, they came with the right attitude.

    • @PlannedObsolescence
      @PlannedObsolescence 6 років тому +12

      Nick Caffrey - Do you assume all Americans are the same?

    • @PlannedObsolescence
      @PlannedObsolescence 6 років тому +4

      DesertHigh - The rest of the country is not homogeneous. lol I'm from the Upper Midwest and we're nothing like people on the east coast, or even those in the southeastern part of the US.

  • @Elyk88
    @Elyk88 7 років тому +79

    Nugget really enjoyed this video. You may have the first nugget of friendship.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +11

      Appreciated, Nugget.

    • @Elyk88
      @Elyk88 7 років тому +4

      ❤️

    • @AbsoluteAbsurd
      @AbsoluteAbsurd 6 років тому

      Cute xD

    • @marinequeen7146
      @marinequeen7146 5 років тому

      Omg nugget here I brought you Irish nuggets 🇮🇪

    • @ashleyjohnson2174
      @ashleyjohnson2174 4 роки тому

      NUGGET DO NOT BITE OFF YOUR ARM, WE WILL FREE YOU FROM THE FAKE NUGGET CAVE

  • @HappyCamper7
    @HappyCamper7 6 років тому +50

    I'm an Irishman from Newry living in San Mateo, California. This video really offered me a fresh perspective on being an immigrant in another country. I've experienced a lot of culture shock, more than I had anticipated. I thought "I grew up watching American TV, I follow American sports, I should fit right in, right?" While this hasn't been completely the case, over time I have come to appreciate that "hey, my way might not always be the right way", not to let go of my understanding of the world but to allow myself the space to appreciate where other people are coming from. Anyway, I appreciated your video!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +1

      Cheers! Say hi to California for me :)

    • @patricka1475
      @patricka1475 6 років тому

      Newry in Northern Ireland??

    • @benjeffrey7577
      @benjeffrey7577 5 років тому +2

      @@patricka1475 still Ireland

    • @Alex-el7xr
      @Alex-el7xr 5 років тому

      Patrick Ambrose still Ireland in my opinion.

    • @bonniea8189
      @bonniea8189 5 років тому

      @Martin Mc Taggart Welcome! Out of curiosity, what have you found difficult to adjust to, and what was surprisingly easy?

  • @seancoughlan195
    @seancoughlan195 6 років тому +65

    There's no "kind" about it bud, just being genuine gets you accepted 🖒

    • @greenknitter
      @greenknitter 6 років тому +3

      Yeah that's the key. Be yourself and be genuine. I think there's nothing more instantly off-putting to us than anyone having 'notions' hah.

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому

      Just be yourself and f**k the begrudgers any ways how are things now assuming u haven't gotten fed up with us and headed back to America

  • @Canuckplumber83
    @Canuckplumber83 7 років тому +55

    Canadian here. Just got back from a trip there. Loved it. My wife just recieved her Irish citizenship by descent. In before our first born so we can pass it on. May move one day!

    • @ggff3761
      @ggff3761 5 років тому +2

      calgaryman2583 don’t

    • @wellticklemytummy
      @wellticklemytummy 5 років тому

      calgaryman2583 my girlfriend is from Minnesota, she’s applying through descent. Was it difficult? Thank you in advance :)

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      Your kid can only get citizenship in Ireland if her parent or grandparent was born in Ireland. Your wife will never be considered an Irish woman. Just letting you know.

    • @wellticklemytummy
      @wellticklemytummy 5 років тому

      ciara murphy thanks, her great gran parent was Irish, she’s asking her grandparent and subsequently her mother to apply first. Bit of a stretch but we’ll see! Thanks for reply :)

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому +2

      Its called the 'Granny rule' for a reason. Hopefully it will be scrapped next year. Irish passport is being degraded .

  • @squareinsquare2078
    @squareinsquare2078 6 років тому +48

    We're a very open people, we love chatting, we love people. If you're open so are we. Welcome to this beautiful little island!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +7

      Thank you! We’re loving it here.

    • @squareinsquare2078
      @squareinsquare2078 6 років тому +4

      Glad to hear it! And thanks for your kind words about us...

  • @julianmartin5207
    @julianmartin5207 6 років тому +119

    My wife and I visited Ireland a couple years ago and have since decided that we would like to relocate there one day, maybe retirement since neither of us have a career path that would warrant it until then. Growing up as a military brat and traveling as an adult, I've been lucky enough to visit a good fair share of countries but no country made an impact on me the way Ireland did. The country is beautiful and the people are lovely. We both felt at peace there and would love the chance to experience Irish life firsthand long-term. Thanks for the insight that you guys have given us. Look forward for more updates. Slainte.

    • @Novanova501
      @Novanova501 6 років тому +5

      Julian Martin do it you won't regret it 😊😊

    • @Novanova501
      @Novanova501 6 років тому +16

      martseabrook that's bullshit 1m Nigerians ??? Do you even live in here ?

    • @helenaville5939
      @helenaville5939 6 років тому +3

      Good luck with your dream Julian. We will be very glad to have you :)

    • @fionadublin7848
      @fionadublin7848 6 років тому +2

      martseabrook FRO you racist shite

    • @fionadublin7848
      @fionadublin7848 6 років тому +1

      pete 1 moronic racist 🙄🙄

  •  6 років тому +175

    The Irish are solar powered. When they go abroad they're tremendous workers but with the weather here...

    • @kongmanqueally7003
      @kongmanqueally7003 5 років тому +13

      The weather here isn’t that bad it’s not too cold and not too hot. Ireland and England have some of the best weather for day to day living in the world.

    • @jimmieoakland3843
      @jimmieoakland3843 5 років тому +13

      A joke i heard from my Irish relatives from the West: If you see two dark shapes in the distance and they move, they're crows. If they don't move, it's two Irishmen working.

    • @Inkdraft
      @Inkdraft 5 років тому

      JimmieOakland: LMAO!

    • @sealion6030
      @sealion6030 4 роки тому

      I love rain ahhh c:

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому

      I remember myself and my father out working one time and we were drenched wet carrying coats heavy with rain and Wellington's and I said to him no wonder the Irish are such good workers when we go abroad were so used of dragging our feet out of muck and carrying big heavy coats that when we get out of them no job is hard. He just laughed at the time but I heard him saying it to another neighbour a while after

  • @timlinator
    @timlinator 6 років тому +28

    My father is from Ireland so I am a citizen and have been there many times. I loved it, if I could convince my spouse to move there we would.

    • @notamused3715
      @notamused3715 6 років тому

      Bob Scott- Perhaps if you could persuade her to come for a holiday first,you never know sure she might fall in love with the place?? Ye'd be welcome anyway!

    • @timlinator
      @timlinator 5 років тому +1

      @@notamused3715 We've been there a few times and she does love it but also loves here job and California.

    • @notamused3715
      @notamused3715 5 років тому

      @@timlinator Ah, yes work is always a sticking point-plus the weather ,lol,though I'm boiling today from doing the dinner and we've no heating on at all, t'is like the tropics!!!

    • @timlinator
      @timlinator 5 років тому

      @@notamused3715 Well I find the weather in Ireland better than New York but not quite as nice as California. I'm not real hung up on the weather nor is she. I think the job issue is the bigger point. Mine is not a problem, I work for a tech company that has offices in Ireland allows me to work remotely. She would have to find a job there.

    • @timlinator
      @timlinator 5 років тому

      @@notamused3715 We're starting to talk about children and neither one of us wants to send them to school where they could get shot. Sick gun culture here.

  • @lynfloyd279
    @lynfloyd279 7 років тому +78

    I've been seriously considering relocating to Ireland from NYC.. Having ancestry from both Ireland and France (rather recently) and being quite fed up with how our Country's gone berserk politically and culturally; I'm looking to gaining the courage, as my ancestors did, to starting a new life in a land foreign from what I know; all for the sake of having a better sense of self and community!

    • @Metalcomedienne
      @Metalcomedienne 6 років тому +9

      Lynda L I'm with you. This country is getting really old and I'm over it and done. I'm moving to Ireland after I become a famous actress in Hollywood and not have to work for the rest of my life.

    • @lynfloyd279
      @lynfloyd279 6 років тому +4

      Lita Coppola, you don't need fame & fortune to relocate. I'd suggest visiting Ireland first; before coming up with such "fantastic" conclusions!..

    • @amadan9999
      @amadan9999 6 років тому +2

      Lynda what would you do if you came to Ireland , where would u go ? do u know anything about Ireland (serious question )

    • @am.d7512
      @am.d7512 6 років тому +9

      Ya join us over here.
      Just one piece of advice I'll give is leave your feelings at home. In Ireland we show affection by mocking each other endlessly. You'll soon get used to it and realise it means some ones likes you as a person. . They don't mean to actually offend you but if you said this stuff in America people would probably more times than not be offended..
      And a lot of the time we mean the complete opposite of what we say and there's a huge amount of sarcasm in our speech.
      It takes times getting used to like he said it's like a new English but there's a kind of charm about it.
      On the plus side it's extremely easy to make new friends and get into new friend circles.

    • @PaulMuzik
      @PaulMuzik 6 років тому +8

      Us irish aren't what the english media make us out to be, what you might see of the news against us is made 100 times worse by english media... Have a holiday here first adn see for yourself how we are

  • @maryr94
    @maryr94 6 років тому +29

    I love when people come here and are interested in getting to know our culture. I love when people ask questions about it and it's great to learn about other their cultures too. I've met so many interesting people since I moved to the city as people who move to Ireland tend to stay in the cities.

  • @bustersgarage
    @bustersgarage 7 років тому +64

    hahah, "You Okay?" or "Are you alright?" is a strange thing to hear when you get to a cashier unless you're in Ireland. As someone that worked in retail, I was not expecting that greeting at all and was like, "ah bummer, thats twice now.... Do I look upset or tired or something?" on my first couple visits to Irish shops.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +7

      I had a few similar experiences, and fortunately had someone explain to me early on that that's what is the normal thing to say.

    • @bustersgarage
      @bustersgarage 7 років тому +6

      Similar to my confusion when I asked for a chicken fillet baguette.. and kept messing it up...
      I once asked for a "Chicken Fillay Baguay" Yeah, people fell about the place cracking up! And my coworker just shook his head.

    • @carolgage4569
      @carolgage4569 7 років тому +3

      Busters Garage: Of course, an American greeting is "How ya doin'?" When the asker really doesn't care to know....

    • @bustersgarage
      @bustersgarage 7 років тому

      I worked in one place where you would not have been allowed to use "overly familiar" or contractions of words. Even had one specific instance of , "Do not use 'Buddy' when speaking to people." As it could be taken offensively. Some people took a lot of offense to, "Let me know if you need a hand with anything buddy." (Depending on demographic)

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +1

      That bothered my wife immensely when she moved to the US from Austria.

  • @palerninja
    @palerninja 6 років тому +16

    I think the fact that you want to understand and try to respect our country/culture is half the battle. I think that's all people expect.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +5

      I think people undervalue how far just a little bit of a respect goes when it comes to other cultures, for sure.

  • @petercushion9780
    @petercushion9780 7 років тому +19

    Good to hear this country is treating you alright Cory.
    Cool vlogs...

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому

      Thank you Peter! Loving it here.

  • @padraighpearse8829
    @padraighpearse8829 5 років тому +14

    I have a few friends who came from the States originally and now live here in Eire and I must say, they're some of the most genuine people I know.
    Glad you're enjoying your time here. We can be a bit closed off and negative as a people go but I hope you can see past this and give us a chance.

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому

      Your probably the last person I should be saying this to Padraig but I'd say the same about some English friends I have who moved here

  • @davejmanning544
    @davejmanning544 5 років тому +12

    Very well said Cory, you are warmly welcomed.

  • @Hemlock.
    @Hemlock. 6 років тому +5

    Being Irish this was super interesting particular the "are you okay" thing I never thought about that before and how it has two meanings here really

  • @ContraryMary
    @ContraryMary 6 років тому +20

    Thanks Corey. I'm also an original Californian living in Ireland. I agree with the culture shock. When I first got here, the first thing I noticed was how old everything is. I learned not to say, "I need a ride." LOL. It took about 4 years to feel that it's home. Thanks for posting such a nice video.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +5

      Oh man, the amount of times I've said that and gotten looks 😆

    • @notamused3715
      @notamused3715 6 років тому +2

      "I need a ride" oh lolol I can just imagine the response to that! I presume you ask for either a lift or a spin these days then?

    • @massiveferguson9466
      @massiveferguson9466 5 років тому

      And when in Australia never have a root in your sock drawer.

    • @massiveferguson9466
      @massiveferguson9466 5 років тому

      Just root for the team.

  • @77777aol
    @77777aol 6 років тому +14

    'Listening is the essence of respect' ; and democracy. Cheers, Cory.

  • @OutkasttIE
    @OutkasttIE 6 років тому +13

    Your such a nice dude! was expecting some hate as I live n Ireland myself and typically we get a lot of hate from outsiders and your one of the nicest Americans I have seen so far, not saying Americans are mean at all! just what iv'e experienced so far well done dude!

    • @helenaville5939
      @helenaville5939 6 років тому +1

      That's a strange comment. I'm Irish and have never experienced any hate from outsiders. Maybe you need to change your ways.

  • @nativegold
    @nativegold 5 років тому +5

    I love Ireland and want to return and wish I could live on the Emerald Isle. So interesting the Irish immigrated to the United States and now more and more Americans are immigrating to Ireland. I understand.

  • @richgouette
    @richgouette 6 років тому +21

    I'm well suited for rural Ireland methinks..love raw, dreary weather, stout, uilleann pipes, deep friendships, the sea...

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      Deep friendships? Youre an idiot.

    • @newsannouncement226
      @newsannouncement226 5 років тому

      Yeah you have the wrong end of the stick

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому +1

      Jaysus the weather's bad enough but leave out the uilleann pipes and give me an owl petersons instead

    • @Minime163
      @Minime163 3 роки тому

      @@helenaville5939 if you still want a deep meaningfull overnight relationship Helen🙂

  • @PaulMuzik
    @PaulMuzik 6 років тому +4

    It's awesome to have a guy like you live on our little island, and we love having you here

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +1

      Thanks Paul! Enjoying being here 😊

  • @Molotovexe-be9ur
    @Molotovexe-be9ur 4 роки тому +3

    i’d love to move to Ireland one day. though i’m only 16 i already have goals to move there. your description in this video assured me that i will be fine. may the road rise up to meet you

  • @katonster
    @katonster 7 років тому +10

    So true, such a big difference in culture even through we all speak the same language... Cool video!

  • @thomaspowell3739
    @thomaspowell3739 6 років тому +2

    After spending a few months in England I just found Ireland so vibrant and refreshing. England felt empty? No character where as Ireland exudes magical character ( simply wonderful )

  • @aheadrec6659
    @aheadrec6659 6 років тому +15

    welcome....to this Country my man..you speak very eloquently..

  • @jenniferpettigo5071
    @jenniferpettigo5071 7 років тому +21

    My heart is in Ireland. I really want to move there..

    • @soundtrick7245
      @soundtrick7245 6 років тому +3

      You're not alone.

    • @jaynecushman3231
      @jaynecushman3231 5 років тому +2

      Two years ago I was in Ireland for 3 months and absolutely loved the country the people, and the food. That's where my heart is and really want to live there. Hopefully some day I will. They are beautiful people. I love you Ireland!

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      When were you in Ireland?

    • @jaynecushman3231
      @jaynecushman3231 5 років тому +2

      I was in Ireland in June - August 2016 and traveled along the Wild Atlantic Way, along the southern coast, and up the east coast to Northern Ireland.

    • @jonathanmcaleece9834
      @jonathanmcaleece9834 5 років тому

      Jayne Cushman did u visit northern ireland

  • @Robbie7441
    @Robbie7441 6 років тому +45

    Welcome to Ireland 🖒👍

  • @EnglishwithAlan
    @EnglishwithAlan 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for this. Moving to Dublin in January. Very excited. What you say really resonates with my brief experience there.

  • @JustTomPlays
    @JustTomPlays 5 років тому +1

    Jaysus man, you are well sound and down to earth. I hope that your stay here has continued to be good and you and your family have enjoyed every second!

  • @oldtimeycabins
    @oldtimeycabins 4 роки тому +3

    I’ve walked the grand canal twice as a visitor from the USA. Irish people are genuine, kind, and it was an honor to walk among them.

    • @seanogallchoir3237
      @seanogallchoir3237 Рік тому

      There may be a stone structure along the grand canyon similar to the Giant's causeway in Northern Ireland.

  • @BenToalson
    @BenToalson 7 років тому +6

    These are so good. I love this format!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +3

      Thanks Ben! Really enjoying making these ones.

  • @solomon4315
    @solomon4315 5 років тому +2

    I love how real and genuine you are

  • @lallyoisin
    @lallyoisin 6 років тому +83

    Somebody get that dude a pint!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +5

      Oisin Lally I fully support this idea.

    • @lallyoisin
      @lallyoisin 6 років тому +5

      Cory Miller it was a very respectful video. It was nice hearing positive things about us. You gonna get your hands dirty and cover the darker side of country. I think we can take it. I know this will put you out of your comfort zone but a fresh perspective is a great advantage and we have the ol 'Forrest from the trees' issue. Perhaps at least make the video while your thoughts are fresh and honest and post it years from now when your old and give less of a shit about people's opinion of you.
      Good luck on your journey!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +2

      I’ll definitely keep that in mind ;) Thanks!

    • @mari3564
      @mari3564 5 років тому +1

      It's on me lads

  • @tronaboron2064
    @tronaboron2064 6 років тому +5

    Love vacationing in Ireland! The people the people make Ireland a great place... The taxi drivers were some of my best experience all over Ireland... I recommend taking taxis and talk to them, they are a knowledge of wealth and make you feel welcomed!!!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому

      I’ve taken quite a few taxis here and the drivers always have interesting stories, great tips 😊

  • @DrGlynnWix
    @DrGlynnWix 5 років тому +15

    I agree, as an American moving to Ireland, that I vastly under-estimated the cultural learning that I would need to do because it was an English-speaking country I was moving to. I knew that it would be different, but I find that the Irish are very indirect communicators, which was a major adjustment for me.

    • @mariamoyles189
      @mariamoyles189 2 роки тому

      Lol not that indirect. If the don't like you. Believe me you will know

  • @Lululila67
    @Lululila67 6 років тому +1

    This is really beautiful. Thank you for sharing your experience.

  • @mbPhase23
    @mbPhase23 5 років тому +2

    I love Ireland. The people, the energy, the natural beauty. There are good and bad things in every country but Ireland will always have a place in my heart.

  • @rexcruciatus2036
    @rexcruciatus2036 6 років тому +14

    Good video. I'm from Orange County CA too but now live in Missouri and and seriously thinking about moving to Ireland.

    • @SICK562CKRISS
      @SICK562CKRISS 6 років тому +2

      Preston I'm from Long Beach CA living in Lacey Wa also wanting to move to Ireland

    • @rexcruciatus2036
      @rexcruciatus2036 6 років тому

      +SICK562CKRISS So why do you want to move there? Write to me privately if you like.

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      Please dont. We have enough migrants here.

    • @OF01975
      @OF01975 5 років тому +1

      ciara murphy your SAD!

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      @@OF01975 *you're

  • @TheLastDaysMinistriesLaura
    @TheLastDaysMinistriesLaura 7 років тому +84

    hey corey i know how you feel. except the opposite. i went over to orange county the first time and then to san diego. im an irish woman. there were so many americanisms i didnt understand and made quite a few ignorant cultural boo boos, welcome to Ireland

    • @EMlNEM2020
      @EMlNEM2020 6 років тому +25

      When I read orange county I thought Northern Ireland xD

    • @fionadublin7848
      @fionadublin7848 6 років тому

      sean mc cann lol. SAME 😂😂

    • @donovan3344
      @donovan3344 6 років тому +3

      remember that Americans are isolated from worldly cultures ***most of the time*** and can be ignorant to how languages and culture works outside of continental US, not dis just stating.. try easing them into your reality.. :) love you!

    • @donovan3344
      @donovan3344 6 років тому

      btw orange country especially is exempt from cultures outside of US, currently live in SOCO, (southern orange county California) and i can attest to the taboo of foreign culture, www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/orangecountycalifornia/PST045216
      at time of post 72%white and 30% foreign population minus the borne persons in country. so even though most irish are white understand that they are in the category of foreign. : love you and keep doin you!

    • @skeewee-c6206
      @skeewee-c6206 5 років тому +1

      What cultural boo boos did you make? If you don't mind sharing. Thanks

  • @MaryGallagherComedian
    @MaryGallagherComedian 2 роки тому

    What a thoughtful post. Great information. Thank you so much! I look forward to experiencing this one day as well. My best to you.

  • @leslienunnelly466
    @leslienunnelly466 3 роки тому +2

    Cory, could you please share a video on exactly how you moved to Ireland, the steps you took, how long it took, papers and forms needed, banking, buying a home, healthcare, etc. I'm considering my options for the future. Thank you.

  • @paigelynne1338
    @paigelynne1338 6 років тому +5

    thank you for this video. my dream is to move to Ireland and stay for the rest of my life. still a few years off but this just makes me want to do it more. scary but i cant wait. thank you

    • @soundtrick7245
      @soundtrick7245 6 років тому +2

      You're not the only one. I still have 2 years until I can move to Ireland but I can't wait. I wanted to move to an English speaking country since I was like 10.

    • @helenaville5939
      @helenaville5939 6 років тому +2

      +Oonagh Mcalinden. Sounds like you need to do some travelling. Then you'll understand.

    • @jonathanmcaleece9834
      @jonathanmcaleece9834 5 років тому

      Oonagh Mcalinden I’d agree but the people r very special we are very friendly and have time for people. A lot of other places don’t want to know anything about u. Imo

  • @dairedarcy1130
    @dairedarcy1130 5 років тому +5

    As an Irishman married to an American immigrant, I wish you "Céad Míle Fáilte" (100,000 welcomes). We're delighted to have you with us.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  5 років тому +1

      Thank you Daire!

    • @mangojo9866
      @mangojo9866 5 років тому

      Hii daire I want to move to Ireland soon and I just wanted to ask was the process hard for your wife I’m worried a bit

  • @Paul5520
    @Paul5520 6 років тому

    Glad your having a good time. It’s great to see different nationalities interact in such a positive way.

  • @ellaflynn3750
    @ellaflynn3750 5 років тому +3

    i work in an irish gift shop and some americans are so lovely! overall some things that get on our nerves are
    1) when you group us as part of britain
    2) when you say pounds instead of euro’s
    3) when you ask for a pronunciation and then say it completely differently ( celtic is pronounced KELL TICK )
    4) when you guarantee that you are irish even though you were born and raised in america to two american parents and this is the first time you have been in ireland
    5) don’t complain about the rain, you haven’t had to deal with it as long as we have

    • @massiveferguson9466
      @massiveferguson9466 5 років тому +1

      ella flynn
      Americans like their ethnic backgrounds and many of them are interested in their "roots". Embrace it rather than dismiss it.
      Sometimes in America they may have married among their own communities over several generations -Irish to Irish,Italians to Italians or whatever.

  • @greattobeadub
    @greattobeadub 5 років тому +4

    Welcome to Ireland Cory. Nice to see Americans coming to live here. More should do that.

  • @pauloquicoli
    @pauloquicoli 7 років тому +6

    Great words and point of view!

  • @SensatiousHiatus
    @SensatiousHiatus 5 років тому

    Very well said. I'm an American going to Ireland for the first time later this month and I found your video extremely helpful. Cheers mate, subbed.

  • @owenzey
    @owenzey 5 років тому +1

    Nice guy. And great advice for anyone experiencing another culture. Glad you are enjoying your experience in Ireland.

  • @nbenefiel
    @nbenefiel 6 років тому +3

    I lived in Ireland for 71/2 years back in the 70's. I loved it.

  • @user-lk2cn2um6y
    @user-lk2cn2um6y 6 років тому

    Nice to hear you are enjoying Ireland, I appreciate you caring about our culture and just want to not to worry about having to please everyone. Hope you have a good time here.

  • @TeaDrinker3000
    @TeaDrinker3000 5 років тому

    Glad to have you here

  • @Snacksaloon
    @Snacksaloon 7 років тому +40

    This was great Cory, as I've told you before I'm moving back to Ireland next year with my wife from Texas so this had a lot of great information

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому +2

      For sure!

    • @MyNameIsShelby
      @MyNameIsShelby 6 років тому

      Awesome! I'm from Texas, my husband is from Dublin. He just got his green card and loves living here. We met a guy here from Cork who came to the U.S. and had married a Texas girl. What is it about Irish guys and Texas girls? Lol

    • @kaylavs_
      @kaylavs_ 6 років тому +1

      squirrel_shampoo Point me in the direction of the Irish guys, then! I’m from Texas and haven’t found one yet😅😜

    • @danielinnicg2114
      @danielinnicg2114 6 років тому

      all my ex's live in texas lol sry couldnt resist the urge for a shit joke there

    • @Creirwry
      @Creirwry 6 років тому

      I’m from Texas and I’ve been living here (Clare) 11 years now, I’m sure your wife will be grand

  • @bulletstee9118
    @bulletstee9118 6 років тому +4

    Ah you'll be grand nice having you here lol I'm from Dublin by the way

  • @nuriaalvarez6244
    @nuriaalvarez6244 5 років тому

    Thanks so much for this video. Good luck to you and yours!!!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  5 років тому

      Hey I appreciate that :) Thanks for watching! Happy Halloween :)

  • @Mstiny
    @Mstiny 6 років тому

    Hi Cory, glad to hear your experience in Eire is positive - we all need to share the smile, love & friendship xx

  • @jayvlogs985
    @jayvlogs985 6 років тому +24

    I find it so strange how people from other countries see Ireland compared to Irish people. In general we all just give out about things because we take the positives as just being there and we dont really notice them and we only tend to see the negatives of the country but people from other countries find it all so amazing and beautiful and it just hits me in a weird way. I guess it's just a case of the grass is always greener. I'm sure it happens with every country because i suppose it's probably human nature to be curious about other places. By the way you guys are very welcome to Ireland, you seem like a really genuine kind person and its nice to see that nowadays. I wish you and your family all the best for you guys' future together living here and I hope you always find it nice here (apart from the weather XD We can forgive you if you don't like that. It kinda comes with the territory) anyway have a nice day.

  • @sockymonster9284
    @sockymonster9284 5 років тому +4

    Your attitude is lovely. It's easy for us as Irish people to get frustrated with some American tourists who come with a terrible attitude. But at the same time, maybe those people just haven't been lucky enough to have experienced many different cultures outside their own country (or sometimes State!), and hopefully Ireland can get them to change that. Enjoy the rest o your time in Dublin. P.S the wings in Tribeca in Ranelagh are the tits.

    • @yoced8213
      @yoced8213 3 роки тому +1

      They’re jet lagged and having to move around and stuff needing caffeine. Ireland is an entirely different frequency lol. When I went it took about a week to sort of start feeling it. America has a charge to it and Ireland is more zen when you finally sync with it I think. Rats are always uncomfortable at first when you let them out of the cage. Hope you are well.

  • @keanudellona6685
    @keanudellona6685 2 роки тому

    I loved your energy and your openness and your humility to experience and to learn from your experience in Ireland!

  • @jinpark5856
    @jinpark5856 7 років тому +1

    I'm really enjoying your video, good luck to you living in Ireland.

  • @rorycampbell7360
    @rorycampbell7360 5 років тому +4

    Hello,Corey. Well you seem to have fitted in quite well, so far. We are an inquisitive lot. Sometimes because we are jut being nosey or, asking an indirect question. The story goes that, if you ask an Irishman where the nearest, Post office is.
    He/She, might answer with a question, like " Is it a stamp you want ? "
    This question is usually asked, to let you that there is an alternative to a post office. A stamp could be purchased in the near by corner shop, rather than going to a post office for same. " Just to save you bother." As we might say.
    I hope that you are fully established in Ireland by now. Keep your accent, it makes a change from the local one.

  • @danmahony8305
    @danmahony8305 6 років тому +3

    im irish and its great hearing you say ireland .just ireland not the republic of ireland like some people say. I like your country America ireland is a depressing country at times like when its raines but when the sun is out it looks positive .

  • @nicolas1248
    @nicolas1248 6 років тому

    Thanks for the information. It was very useful. Probably, I'll have all your advices up on my mind, when I first travel to Ireland to know a little bit more about this interesting culture. Greetings.

  • @Inkdraft
    @Inkdraft 5 років тому

    This is a lovely video. All four of my grandparents came from the West of Ireland. I'd like to visit there someday. Scout it out and maybe retire there too. Thank you for a fine peek into the culture.

  • @Herehear49
    @Herehear49 5 років тому +2

    "People around every corner, they seem to smile and say 'We don't care what your name is, boy, we'll never send you away'..."

    • @paulotoole7135
      @paulotoole7135 4 роки тому +1

      Fairies across the mersey! If only they could be kinder to Mancs.
      (sigh...). Still, that IS the best way to encounter people worldwide unless/until they demonstrate they aren't worth it. Respectful people, like yourself, Cory, should be welcome anywhere......

  • @leontrotsky911
    @leontrotsky911 6 років тому +171

    you will never be Irish?hey you been here for 10 months.We claim you in the name of St Patrick.Rise up young Irish man.

    • @cloda1232
      @cloda1232 5 років тому +5

      @Alexander Horn he died here tho...

    • @pennystinkard
      @pennystinkard 5 років тому +4

      Proves the point!

    • @Evan-ub8yx
      @Evan-ub8yx 5 років тому +11

      stop with this St Patrick American bollox

    • @ggff3761
      @ggff3761 5 років тому +2

      Leon Eire Jesus you must be some bollox

    • @Evan-ub8yx
      @Evan-ub8yx 5 років тому +2

      @@ggff3761 is this bloke even Irish or just 12 like

  • @marcus79299
    @marcus79299 5 років тому +2

    well spoken and beautiful, brother!

  • @anndurcan9540
    @anndurcan9540 4 роки тому

    You come across as a nice guy, and thanks for the lovely compliments you have portrayed in your video about Ireland. All the best for your future!

  • @calvinwynn7866
    @calvinwynn7866 6 років тому +12

    My family came from Ireland but I was born in the USA and I plan to move back to Ireland after high school

    • @amadan9999
      @amadan9999 6 років тому

      Calvin Why so ? Why do you want to go to Ireland ? Are your parents Irish ?

    • @jackohaire1616
      @jackohaire1616 6 років тому +2

      Calvin Wynn move back? U never lived here. Hate wen ye do da

    • @daveeol1987
      @daveeol1987 6 років тому +4

      Calvin Wynn come home calvin just avoid dublin

    • @siramea
      @siramea 6 років тому +3

      Depends on what you want out of life. Dublin has more choice but it is expensive and more stressful that the rest of the country.

    • @helenaville5939
      @helenaville5939 6 років тому

      If you ever make it home Calvin you'll be very welcome :)

  • @Irish_Fitzer
    @Irish_Fitzer 7 років тому +5

    Welcome to our beautiful country

  • @pumpkin4444
    @pumpkin4444 5 років тому

    Fair play man! I hope your experience of living in Ireland continues to be a positive one! You seem like the kind of person who will do well wherever you go because you have a very positive attitude.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  5 років тому

      Thank you! We're having a good time here :)

  • @bikeman9899
    @bikeman9899 2 роки тому

    With your open mind and approach, I'm sure you will fit in just great!

  • @KateKrut
    @KateKrut 7 років тому +4

    It's happens to you because you are amazing person and your family, sorry for my English😜

  • @marcelrenee7758
    @marcelrenee7758 7 років тому +7

    I was looking for Brazilians living in Ireland, and i found this video, i liked it very much, really nice, the background music is very relaxing too... :)

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching, Marcel, I appreciate you!

  • @muzikmystro
    @muzikmystro 6 років тому

    Good to see you’re enjoying your time here. Greetings from Cork!

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому

      Thanks Helen! Hope you’ve been holding up well in this delayed spring :D

  • @elizabethfarrell9650
    @elizabethfarrell9650 5 років тому

    Awesome stuff! Thanks lots. :D

  • @eimear4218
    @eimear4218 5 років тому +5

    I didn’t expect to like this video lmao I normally get quite territorial you could say about being Irish. Like I hate when people are like I’m 1/65 Irish, but this video was so wholesome and not annoying, I loved this lol

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  5 років тому +1

      Thanks Merz, I appreciate that :) Lots of people with strong opinions in these comments so it's nice to hear some positive feedback once in a while 😂 Cheers!

  • @michaeldepaor6844
    @michaeldepaor6844 6 років тому +4

    Welcome to Ireland bud.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому

      Thank you very much!

    • @jonathanmcaleece9834
      @jonathanmcaleece9834 5 років тому

      Cory Miller did u ever come to Northern Ireland. The north coast is beautiful I love it there.

  • @missimccarthy8408
    @missimccarthy8408 6 років тому +2

    Such a lovely video to watch. I know you uploaded this ages ago but I do hope things are still going good for you :) So cute hearing Dublin being called the east coast, I know we're in the East but I've still never heard of it being called this before :)

  • @hapennyproductions3800
    @hapennyproductions3800 7 років тому

    great video hope you're happy here, best of luck for you and your family in the future

  • @calumcooper6841
    @calumcooper6841 6 років тому +2

    It's so nice to hear an American who's actually kind and informed when taking about Ireland. Something that's really refreshing to hear an American actually know Ireland.

  • @Ei2iP
    @Ei2iP 6 років тому +3

    Welcome to Ireland, most important thing to do, is get out of Dublin and explore what Ireland has to offer..
    Ireland is The Island of Ireland, not life in Dublin..
    Enjoy..

  • @ShiningNoctowls
    @ShiningNoctowls 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing; take care 🔥

  • @OldIrish_Gaming
    @OldIrish_Gaming 3 роки тому

    Nice video Cory, welcome to Ireland 👍

  • @nirish25
    @nirish25 7 років тому +9

    without doubt Ireland is the best place to live on this planet

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  7 років тому

      I've really enjoyed it here, I hope to be here a long time :)

    • @greenknitter
      @greenknitter 6 років тому +7

      Of course there are jobs outside of the capital, it just depends what line of work you're in whether you can find a job or not. Or you could be self employed. If you feel like a social outcast what efforts do you make to interact with people? no matter where you live in the country you can always find one person who doesn't fit the GAA loving or sports mad person who spends their weekends in the pub. You just have to find them. The last bit I agree with though. We vote the same people in expecting different results :/

    • @soundtrick7245
      @soundtrick7245 6 років тому +2

      It one of the best ones for sure. I want to move there since I'm 10. I will one day. I know I will. Cheers.

    • @Ciaradexy
      @Ciaradexy 5 років тому

      Please dont.

    • @jonathanmcaleece9834
      @jonathanmcaleece9834 5 років тому

      XD I’m from Northern Ireland I like it here a lot we r friendly people happy people. But the weather.........

  • @rositacosta
    @rositacosta 6 років тому +6

    Very good!
    I'm Brazilian and I had ever visit Dublin for few days and I loved.
    In the next year I going to study in Dublin for one or two years and It is really good to listen you say good things about the country.
    If you don't mind me asking, do your daughters like to live in Ireland?
    Bye!

  • @Irish780
    @Irish780 3 роки тому

    You respect Ireland i respect you hope you have a great stay and most off all enjoy yourself

  • @fradrake11
    @fradrake11 3 роки тому

    Dia duit Cory. I hope your family and you have settled well by now. For what it's worth I think your attitude is great and your assessment too. if your ever in the north of Ireland I'll have a pint waiting for you.

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  3 роки тому +1

      I hope to take you up on that one day 💙

  • @useacondompeople
    @useacondompeople 6 років тому +6

    I was told it's very hard for an American to just up n move to Ireland. Is it pretty easy? Cuz I wanna move there. Permanently too. Not just a visit. Where do I even begin? I was told Americans can only stay temporary. That they really don't want us permanently. I'm very interested in Galway.! 😘

    • @corydhmiller
      @corydhmiller  6 років тому +2

      Check out www.inis.gov.ie, they've got all the information on available visas. It's not impossible, but definitely not easy. Good luck! :)

    • @elainem80
      @elainem80 6 років тому

      I'm not sure who told you Americans can only stay in Ireland temporarily but I can say as and Irish citizen, that is not true. It depends on what kind of life you want to live here Dublin is fast cause if the city. Galway is a beautiful place. Céad milé failté.

    • @jackohaire1616
      @jackohaire1616 6 років тому +1

      useacondompeople galway is very nice but maybe places like Ballina in mayo very nice or Athlone. Athlone and Ballina have similar populations about 20,000 - 30,000 Ballina is in North Mayo and Athlone is in westmeath in middle of Ireland very nice towns, but if your interested in big cities you could consider place like Cork, Limerick, Galway, waterford and Dublin, Dublin is capital of Ireland with a population of 1,100,000 people and Galway the place that your interested in has about 100,000 people and it's only temporary if you are going college here something like that

    • @soundtrick7245
      @soundtrick7245 6 років тому +2

      Its harder for Americans than it is for Europeans. It's possible though. I want to move there too but I guess I'm lucky. I live in Slovakia.

    • @nick.caffrey
      @nick.caffrey 6 років тому

      Jeez Elaine, if you are going to use the 'cúpla focail', at least google it and get it right: it's "míle fáilte", not "milé failté"!
      What are ye at in the border counties?