it was a mighty craic.

Now that the cruise is over, it is time for another adventure – a little Irish folk.  After a restful night sleep in our adorable Bed and Breakfast in Dun Loaghaire, Ireland, I met up with my mom, one of my best friends and her mom. Precious, right?  We spent 2 days exploring Dublin and 1 day touring the breathtaking Wicklow Mountains.  The Irish culture is filled with hospitable and friendly people!  Oh, don’t let me forget to share about the Irish Craic – it’s the Irish way of saying ‘good fun’ or a ‘jolly time.’ Anyways, here are the pictures:

Lunch at Dublin’s oldest and largest Café, Bewley’s Café and Restaurant.

We visited Trinity College, so we thought it was appropriate for the college roommates to take a picture together.

Our mom’s hit it off great and talked throughout the entire visit!

Dublin Castle

A tribute to our Irish President - they call him BOB over there (Stand for Barack O Bama)

We took a tour of the Guinness Factory - it is so much more than just a beer, Guinness lies deep within the Irish Culture.

We accidentally stumbled upon this library - so incredible!  It is the first working library in Dublin, Marsh’s Library. They have ancient books, dating back from before Christ. Many books on ancient surgery practices, C-sections, herbal remedies, etc. Some of the first anatomical dissection notations, as well as Hippocrates’ writings and original code of ethics that medical professionals still swear by today!!!

A view from inside St. Patrick’s Cathedral where we attended an evening service and heard beautiful singing.

Powerscourt House and Gardens 

At Glendalough, an early monestary settled by St. Kevin.  (Some may recognize it from the set of ‘Count of Monte Cristo’)

The Wicklow Mountains, made famous by P.S. I Love You and Braveheart