Journal entry from a small cafe in Ennis, Co. Claire. Made it to Ennis from our B&B after some much needed shut eye. We are sitting in a small cafe off of the beaten path enjoying some sandwiches and coffee. Ennis is a great little town, where boutique shops line the street. They are just as many tourists as locals. Our first stop when we got into town was the local camera shop to pick up film and a few accessories. They shop keepers were very helpful and fri...

Journal entry from, the rental car on the M18 & Our first B&B in Quin, South of Ennis. Stepped outside of the airport and was awestruck. The skies are so different here. The clouds hang low and heavy but the sun peeks in through small patches. Everything is so green and lush and gorgeous. I instantly caught a whif of the 'turf' scent my aunt Pat had been telling me about. A deep earthy green smell that the country has about it. John, Patrick and I have b...

Journal entry from Patrick's Pub in Ennis. First pub stop of the trip. Its a rule of travel from McCarthy's Bar, you cannot pass a pub with your name on it. 3 Guinness pints. Johns first 'legal' experience in a bar. The pub is filled with local men, I am the only woman here. We are still a little groggy from the lack of sleep and long day of travel. We are discussing our next move. I suggested the Cliffs of Moher. The weather is really lovely during the day. Jean...

entry from Airplane to Shannon, Ireland. As I type this entry we are coasting about 100 feet above an extremely green landing area! Sooo exciting

Finally sitting and relaxing. Drive to JFK airport took over 4 hours. Once in the airport we stood in line for another hour