Throughout my time in Ireland, some of my favorite places have been spaces that were small, such as a sign or a window or a doorway. I won't tell you where these spaces are... it's up to you to explore Ireland and find your own favorites!
Friday, June 5, 2009
Beautiful County Mayo
We had been looking forward to our trip to Westport, in county Mayo, and it was worth the wait. Again, the weather was perfect! We spent a day driving through the Connemara (stopping at the Coffin Ship famine memorial and Doo Lough along the way, first two pictures), followed by a trip to Clare Island in Clew Bay. One of my ancestors was an O'Malley, and my grandpa Jack would visit Westport every year. A highlight of the trip was seeing the Clare Island castle of Granuaile/Grace O'Malley (gray tower in 3rd picture), the 16th century "Pirate Queen" of Ireland. Aargh!
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