Behind Every Face, There’s Another Discovery.
Ann Curran
What is the first thing that you notice about a person?
Hand Shake and to look straight into eyes.
For what in your life do you feel most grateful?
Family – Friends and the privilege of doing the Job I do.
What’s the most spontaneous thing you have ever done?
I was working in permanent tsb got a call from a friend be down at the Skellig Hotel in 10 mins which I did. Got picked up by helicopter flew out to Blasket Island had one of the best days of my life. I came back to the office within a week left my job and became a tour guide, that was almost 30 years ago. I have never looked back
What is something that most people learn only after it’s too late?
Its never too late to make amends.
Which of your personality traits has been the most useful?
Just being my self.
If you could write one new law that everyone had to obey, what law would you create?
Respect every one’s opinion/choice.
What do you usually follow when making decisions, your head or your heart?
I tend to go with my head but eventually give into my heart.
What is the best to start the day?
First thing to open my eyes and then go from there
What always makes you smile?
How precious life is and my job.
What are most people surprised to learn about you?
My choice of music
Have you ever been fired?
No
What is one thing you still have from childhood?
Rosary Beads.
What is the most hilarious childhood memory you can think of?
The night on of my sister jumped on the bed and it came through the ceiling into the sitting room where my parents were looking at TV – I am smiling just thinking about it now
What is the coolest thing you own?
My legs.
What’s the favourite part of your job?
When some one decides to visit Ireland.
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