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Retired at 55: From IT grind to Irish countryside & Spanish sun. 🐕 Dogs, dual-home adventures, Self Publishing, DIY, motorhomes, slow living & craic. Share your retirement dreams! #DogsOfBluesky #SlowLiving #ExpatLife #motorhomes #irishsky #almeria

A dog dressed in 1980s Italian American gangster style is holding a Mileage & Expense Log. He's making an offer you can't refuse.
Fanciful image of a black dog wearing a stars and strips necktie and red baseball cap with the logo 'miles'. The dog is in the cockpit of a car and is surrounded by a mess of receipts. The dog is holding a copy of the '2026 Mileage & Expenses Log Book' by William J. Walsh
A small black dog wearing a red baseball cap with the logo 'miles' and a stars and stripes tie with round rim glasses is sitting in the driving seat of a car facing the camera. around him is a cluttered pile of receipts. in his paws he is holding a copy of the '2026 mileage and expense log book'
A book cover wrap for the "2026 Rideshare Mileage Log" by William J. Walsh. The front cover features a modern car interior at sunset with the title in bold blue and gold. The back cover displays a clean, white-and-black IRS-ready daily log template for tracking odometer readings, income, and expenses against a dark blue background.
A wide-angle landscape photograph of Kinsale harbor in County Cork, Ireland, under a partly cloudy blue and grey sky. The scene is viewed from the water level, with the deep blue, reflective water of the harbor in the foreground. On the left and extending into the center is a dense marina filled with numerous private sailboats, their white masts forming a "forest" against the sky. In the middle-distance, the colorful, historic town of Kinsale is clustered on a green, rolling hill. Several larger commercial vessels and fishing trawlers are moored along the quayside on the right. The overall atmosphere is serene and detailed.
A black and white dog, seen in profile, looks out of an open window of a camper van. The dog has long fur and is wearing a red collar. Through the window, there is a view of a calm bay with a small white boat moored in the water. In the distance, green hills and houses are visible under a cloudy sky. The window is held open by a mechanical support arm.
Black Lab Miles giving serious judgement face while resting his paw on the 2026 Mileage and Expenses Log Book
Miles the dog, a black Lab mix with big floppy ears, acts as the "Electric Innovator" in the driver's seat of an EV. He is focused on his 2026 Mileage & Expense Log Book, which sits on the dashboard. The image captures a blend of professional utility and modern automotive design.
A wide landscape view of Killarney National Park with blue lakes nestled between rugged, brown and green mountains under a bright blue sky with light clouds.
A high-resolution photo inside a minimalist study in Ireland. Miles (the black dog with large, floppy ears and soulful eyes from image_0.png) is sitting at a minimalist white desk, wearing a tiny pair of metal spectacles perched on his snout. He has an expression of extreme concern and furrowed brow as he uses a small paw to flip through a disorganized pile of crumpled-up paper receipts and printed-out app screenshots. A single, clean, durable copy of the '2026 Mileage & Expense Log Book' is neatly placed on the desk, marked with an 'AUDIT-PROOF' stamp. Studio lighting. The large, pleading eyes are prominent.
A heartwarming photo of Jerry (a Staffie) and Molly (a Shih Tzu) sharing a nap. Jerry’s muscular head is leaning on Mollys body, using it like a pillow. The focus is tight on his peaceful expression, capturing a moment of deep trust and comfort between two very different dogs.
A wide-angle shot featuring a massive flowering gorse thicket in the foreground. Its bright yellow flowers dominate the lower half of the frame, while the upper half shows a vast, sunlit Irish countryside landscape under a bright, open sky.
A close-up photograph of a lush, multi-petaled pink camellia flower in full bloom. The vibrant petals are densely layered and ruffled towards the center, similar to a rose. The flower is nestled among shiny, dark green leaves, with some showing a hint of copper-brown. Bright, warm sunlight hits the petals, highlighting their delicate texture and casting soft shadows.
A side-view mirror casing of a silver car is sharply in focus. Reflected within the mirror is the face of Molly, a joyful Golden Retriever puppy (with her tongue out and eyes closed in bliss, the wind clearly explicit in her ruffled fur) leaning her head out of a moving car window, exactly as in image_18.png. The driver's face, smiling, is also visible in the reflection. In the distance behind Molly's head, inside the mirror reflection, is a golden-hour motion blur of an idyllic countryside drive (referencing the sunny coastal scenes and mountain views in image_7.png and image_17.png), with a faint driver visible. The entire main background outside the mirror is a heavily exaggerated, abstract motion-blur wash of warm golden light, green, and deep blue, creating an overall feeling of peaceful, rapid, nostalgic movement, reinforcing the memory. The light is soft, warm, and golden, characteristic of sunset. The image has a textured, nostalgic quality.
infographic showing 15000 miles x the IRS mileage rate of 72.5c equalling $10,875
Simulated screenshot of a daily mileage log highlighting the fields that make it IRS compliant
A wide-angle landscape of Muckross Lake, Killarney, from June 2025. In the foreground, a lush green meadow filled with white wildflowers leads to the blue water of the lake. In the background, massive dark mountains rise sharply, their peaks draped in thick, dramatic white and grey clouds. Patches of blue sky break through the overcast ceiling, creating high-contrast, moody lighting across the entire valley.
Two dogs—a border collie and a black pug mix—caught by a camera flash while hiding inside dense garden plants at night. The foliage surrounds them like a cage, with only their heads and bright eyes visible as they peer out from their leafy fortress.
A close-up view looking down into tall, vibrant green grass. In a small clearing in the blades, a black and white border collie's head is visible, looking directly up at the camera with a massive, panting smile and joyful eyes.
An empty, smooth gravel trail curving between green grassy banks and wintering trees under an overcast sky.
A close-up, high-fashion-style, textured illustrative AI portrait of a black puppy with large, mournful eyes, wearing a black beret, a striped black-and-white shirt, and a red scarf. The puppy is positioned looking intently at the viewer. In the background, framed by a window, a soft-focus Eiffel Tower and a cloudy Parisian sky are visible under diffused, cool light. The overall composition is intimate and artistic, with the red scarf providing the only vibrant color.
A close-up photograph looking down at a dense cluster of small white bell-shaped flowers (heather) with brown centers. A honeybee is visible among the flowers, foraging, partially obscured by the petals.
Two mallard ducks, a drake and a hen, walking across a gravelled garden area. The male is sharply focused in the lower right, showing off his grey body and dark tail curls. The female follows behind through some garden stems. The scene is backed by dense green bushes under soft, hazy sunlight.
A close-up, high-angle photograph looking down at a small, mature black dog with a greying muzzle and intense, soulful brown eyes. The dog is standing on a parquet wooden floor and looking directly up with a hopeful expression of anticipation.
A vertical photograph looking down a paved path in Tralee Town Park. The foreground is a dense border of blooming yellow and white daffodils in green grass. A prominent palm tree stands on the left, surrounded by large mature deciduous and evergreen trees. In the distance, people are walking along the path, including one figure wearing a bright pink top.
A white coffee mug with an orange "Milk Market Lane" stamp sits on a wooden table. The background is out of focus, showing the warm glow of a cafe interior with vintage collectibles and books on a shelf.
A wide-angle landscape photograph looking out at Banna Strand, County Kerry, on an overcast March day. The frame is dominated by multiple, stacked lines of heavy, white-capped waves rolling towards the shore. Amidst the rough water, near the center, a small, solitary figure—a lone swimmer in dark swimwear—is visible, navigating the swell. The foreground shows wet, dark sand. In the distance, a large, rolling green headland (the Mount Brandon range) stretches across the horizon under a moody, cool sky. The sense of scale emphasizes the isolation of the swimmer against the powerful sea.
A low-light landscape photograph of Baltimore Harbour during the 'blue hour' of a September evening. The orange afterglow of the sunset sits low on the horizon, mirrored perfectly in the still harbour waters. Silhouetted sailboats are moored peacefully, and the distant hills are soft, dark shapes against the vibrant sky.
A top-down, close-up photo of a Small Tortoiseshell butterfly with its orange and black wings spread wide, resting on the rim of a dark green glazed ceramic pot. Small purple flowers and bright green leaves surround it, all illuminated by bright, direct sunlight that casts a sharp shadow of the butterfly onto the side of the pot.
A low-angle view of a sandy path winding through tall marram grass dunes under an overcast sky. Faint paw prints and footprints are visible in the sand, leading toward the horizon between two weathered wooden fence posts.
2 dogs sleeping together, a tan and white shih tzu and a dark brown staffordshire terrier
A detailed close-up portrait of Jerry, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier with a rich, dark coat. He is sitting on a grey tiled kitchen floor, gazing intently forward with a soft and engaged expression. Strong, warm sunlight from the side illuminates the muscular structure of his face and the sheen on his smooth fur.
A vibrant close-up photograph of sea thrift (Armeria maritima) from 2018, growing in clumps of pink pom-pom flowers on a rocky ledge in Dingle. The background shows a dramatic coastal vista with rugged cliffs, and the turquoise Atlantic Ocean under a bright, partly cloudy sky.
A wide, expansive view of Banna Strand. The flat, wet sand in the foreground acts as a perfect mirror.
Banner beach midday march 19th. a wide expanse of sand, very few people, stunning blue skies and a lovely day
a group of shells collected from Banna beach today
A detailed close-up of Casey, a tan and white Jack Russell Terrier, from 2015. The dog is sitting upright on a dark leather armchair, looking alertly toward the left of the frame. The strong sunlight highlights the texture of her short coat and the leather. Next to her is a colorful, patterned patchwork pillow with tassels. The background is a warm red wall.
2 lads sitting on chairs playing music at a road intersection on st patricks day 2019
A detailed close-up of a cluster of sea shells nestled in the sand.
A serene view of Kenmare Bay in Ireland, taken from inside a motorhome with the window frame visible at the top. In the foreground, there are lush green grass, a park bench, and large bushes of white hydrangeas and spiky palm-like plants. The calm blue water of the bay features several small boats, with densely forested hills and mountains rising in the background under a clear blue sky.
Vibrant sunset over a quiet street in Las Buganvillas, Vera Playa, featuring palm trees and Mediterranean architecture under a golden sky.
A starkly different view looking inland at Banna Strand. Above the towering, golden-green sand dunes, the clouds have parted to reveal a bright, clear blue sky. The sunlight from behind the dunes makes the marram grass glow.
A vibrant and colorful street mural on the side of a building in Tralee.
A sun-drenched coastal road in Mojácar, Almería. Tall palm trees stand against a brilliant blue sky and a calm, deep blue Mediterranean sea. A silver van is parked by the shore with hazy mountains in the far distance. The light is warm and golden, typical of a bright Spanish winter afternoon.
A nostalgic photograph of Macroom, County Cork, from 2019. The image features a view of the stone bridge in the foreground, leading toward a building with a large, weathered mural of a pint of Murphy's Stout. In the background stands the rugged, partially ruined tower and walls of Macroom Castle, all under a blue sky with soft white clouds.
A panoramic view of Banna Beach in County Kerry, Ireland. The tide is low, creating a mirror-like reflection of a moody, overcast sky on the wet sand. A flock of seagulls is scattered across the shoreline. In the distance, the soft silhouettes of the Slieve Mish Mountains stretch across the horizon under filtered sunlight.
colourized pic of Armed anti-Treaty members of the Irish Republican Army on Dublin's Grafton Street in 1922.