 | | Author: | ekmat (ID: 6810) | | Posted: | 2009-09-17 07:48 GMT+00:00 | | Mileage: | 71.22 km | |
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 | Tags: | Travel |
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| Sunrise: approaching the Dublin airport |
| Coffee Shop in Dublin Airport |
Mary Anne and Ellen have their first cup of coffee in "Wilma and Dan's" coffee shop.
| Overlook view of Dublin and Dun Laoghaire |
Our first "breathing point" after negotiating the M 50 and getting out of Dublin.
| Signpost to Glendalough |
We're on the right road!
| Ellen at the wheel |
So far, so good. We got through the roundabouts with only a couple of detours.
| Mountains surrounding the Glendalough Valley |
The road is lined with heather which is in full bloom at this time of year.
| Heather closeup |
| Green lowlands and fields |
Beautiful gree fields at the foot of the mountains
| Narrow Road |
Driving does present its challenges.
| Sheep and heather |
Even the sheep enjoy the heather.
| Glendalough Valley |
The name "Glendalough" derives from the two lakes iin the valley formed by the glacier.
| Waterfall and Mountain Road |
The road is one lane at this point!
| Entrance to our cottage |
We were welcomed by Breda and Michael to Cairdeas cottage at the Tearmann Spirituality Centre where we will stay for the next week.
| Cottage balcony |
View from the balcony of Fr. Michael's cottage
| View across the street |
Village of Laragh: across the street from the Tearmann Centre.
| Supper table |
We were welcomed at a supper prepared by Breda, and were able to dine outside in the evening sunshine.
| Cottages and courtyards |
After our supper, we participated in the Eucharist with Michael, Breda, and several other guests. A perfect ending to our first day.
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