I am blown away by all the wonderful people and places that are Ireland. We are blessed to be able to have these experiences.
Went to Clonmacnoise founded in 548, which because of its central location to ancient transportation routes became a hub especially of all things religious. It has churches, burial sites and amazing stone carved high crosses. It is a beautiful site on the River Shannon. It seems appropriate that we shared this historic visit with 2 bus loads of French teenagers.
Later at the Tulamore Dew visitor center (I know what a transition) we shared a tour with those well behaved kids and their teacher. Had a nice visit with their teacher and our sweet tour guide when the kids got kicked out during the whiskey tasting. Most were only one year shy of the drinking age of 18!!!!
We did share Mac's love of the Dew and how we shared a drink of it the night he passed.
Staying the night right next to Trim Castle - can see it lit up tonight off our balcony. Trim Castle is actually a whole collection of stone structures which used to be a village as well as the castle. This space is now shared with a lovely jogging/Irish puppy walking trail once again blending the ancient with the new.
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