Happy Friday to you! If you've followed my blog for any length of time, you know that all my grandparents came from Ireland. My parents never got to go there to see the family roots, but both my sister and brother & sister of my heart have. It was something I always hoped to do, but wasn't sure it would be a reality. You can imagine my surprise when hubby presented me with tickets for a trip. We've never traveled to Europe, so going to Ireland will be a new adventure. We have our route picked out, plan to stop and possibly meet a second cousin and tour the area where my dad's family was from. Here are a few pics of what we are planning to see, among other places. I am definitely getting in the mood; we've been told that once we see Ireland, it will wet our appetite to go back again.
Lots and lots of castles, not sure we'll stop at every one-after all we only have two weeks. We plan on seeing a lot of quaint towns and visiting woolen mills, quilts shops, Waterford Crystal factory as well as Beleek. We will only spend a few days in Northern Ireland, but will go to the Titanic museum.
Today our weather is rainy and cold again-I think I'm ready for the possibility of rain there. My daughter helped me pull all my outfits together last night, so I'm feeling pretty organized. Today is another busy day, but this weekend will be more relaxed.
Sending hugs and love your way!
Noreen
Oh what a fun time you are going to have. Noreen, I have dreamed of seeing Ireland one day. Wishing you a safe and glorious trip. xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you. I've been to the Europe but never to Ireland but I can tell you for a fact that you will want to go back. My dream is to spend a year living there someday!
ReplyDeleteWe just know you are going to have a fabulous trip. Take lots of pics.
ReplyDeleteHope all those storms we heard about in Colorado were not near you.
Woos - Ciara and Lightning
You will have such a wonderful time in Ireland, I'm from Wales and at the moment is sunny with rain showers! I blogged about a Castle and a Dragon today, I really appreciate the place I live, it's so beautiful, I can't wait to hear about your trip! Love and Licks from your furiend Frank XxxxxxxxX
ReplyDeleteHoping you have a fabulous trip and tons of fun. Hugs
ReplyDeleteOh, how exciting! I hope you'll take and share lots of photos!
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You've never been to Europe? OMD! This will be an extra wonderful trip. There is so much to see. You will realize that we live in a very young country.
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Murphy & Stanley
I am so jealous but I am also super happy for you. I hope you enjoy every Irish moment! I know you will- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful trip, Noreen! I was there in 2001 and it's a BEAUTIFUL place! :)
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Have a wonderful and safe trip and show us all a lot of photos when your return!
ReplyDeleteThis is all soo exciting Noreen. My youngest son has been to Ireland and DOES talk about going back someday. ENJOY every little minute of this trip!
ReplyDeleteThat will be a wonderful trip!
ReplyDeleteOh, I think going to Ireland would be wonderful. My hair stylist is from Ireland and is always talking about it. Happy packing!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to be going to Ireland, and if the pictures you shared are half as pretty in real life, it will be an amazing thing to see with your own eyes! Have a wonderful trip... glad to have found your blog, and I'll be back to see your pictures from the trip when you get back :)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely trip to Ireland. My peeps have Irish parents and have visited several times but not with us sadly. They think it is a very special place and know you will love it - Woofs and licks from Magic xx
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