My husband and I had a brief but extraordinary trip to Ireland this past week. It was a rare, early anniversary getaway alone – so rare we can't quite remember having gotten away completely alone before since usually alone means we only have one or two children with us. : )
We first checked into the historic Lake Hotel in Killarney, which was a sight to behold all by itself. (view from balcony)
What followed was a whirlwind journey through a couple hundred miles of coastal Western Ireland.
We trekked up mountainsides dotted with farmhouses surrounded by a patchwork of pastures separated by ancient stone walls.
We ventured down into hidden bays.
and colorful streets of local fishing villages.
We wrapped up with a drive through Killarney National Park just before dark.
Far too soon we were winging our way back to Germany. It is almost surreal to think of where we were. We are already plotting our return. If there was any way to stay forever, I would find it. Even taking into consideration my lifelong devotion to our Irish heritage this is an amazing place, full of warm, smiling faces. We talked to more people we didn't know in those few days than perhaps in all the months we have been in Germany. I felt so incredibly relaxed and at home.
I will resize and upload a few more pics before the wknd is over.
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