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Monthly Archives: June 2010
Kylemore Abbey
This gorgeous abbey was built in the first half of the 19th century so it’s not that old, but it’s gone through a few owners in its short life. Romantically, a family lived in it happily for many years. Believe it or … Continue reading
Ireland – Ballyseede Castle
For you dog lovers out there, or for people who like red doors, here’s a photo I took last week at Ballyseede Castle, County Kerry. This is a castle-turned-hotel that we stayed in. Arthur, resident Irish Wolfhound, is posing in front.
Just a WordPress gripe
I can’t seem to get WordPress to maintain the spaces between my paragraphs in my previous post. It really sort of pisses me off.
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Ireland, Part I
Hubby and I just returned from Ireland. I got a full two weeks’ vacation from work even though I was only away 9 nights. . . . thank goodness I negotiated for this time when I started my new job. … Continue reading
