Monday, March 16, 2009

Irish Love


Tomorrow is my "heart" holiday. I love Ireland and its people!


I could go back 100 times and never get bored. The country is definitely the most beautiful I have ever been to. With the lush greens, mountainous roads, breathtaking oceanic views, gracious people and SHEEP, who could ask for more.

The last time I went, I was accompanied by my three sisters, Mary, Sylvia and Bonnie. We had such a delightful time. We laughed from coast to coast and shopped from one town to another. It was the trip of a lifetime for all of us and we hope to do it again soon. 



I did all of the driving but was given no credit as my sister, Bonnie, was the navigator and consequently sat on the left side of the front. Given that in Ireland the drivers sit on the right side, my "back seat sisters", would forget who was driving and would marvel at all her talents to read a map, eat, rummage through bags and still be able to drive us through treacherous mountain roads without taking us off the edge of the mountain! Then they would remember and laugh, "Oh, that's right, Bonnie is not even driving!" (You can tell they are related to the Twit!)

Staying in farm bed and breakfasts was so comforting given that we grew up on a sheep farm. The hosts and hostesses were very gracious and each B&B was unique. The splendor of the bigger mansions was equaled no greater than the warmth of the smaller homes we stayed in.

My favorite county is Galway. Mountains filled with sheep, calling for each other from hill to hill, a little bit of isolation and beautiful views left me with a feeling of
 heaven and wonder. 

It is such a relaxing vacation to go on. I only wish I could stay longer. 
The time always flies by as 
does the money.

Hoping you and yours have a wonderful St. Patrick's Day!

"Top of the Morning to" You!

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1 comment:

  1. It too was the best vacation ever. Also loved County Galway with the "old sheep herder's stone house on a one-lane road so lush and green. Another favorite spot was "Inch Beach" and having lunch out of the back of the van with my 3 sisters. When I can't go to sleep at night, I visualize the winding roads, the rushing streams and waterfalls. Puts me to sleep with pleasant dreams. I too want to go again.

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