Christmas in Ireland · Cities, Towns & Villages · County Kilkenny · Damp, Muddy & Happy · Ireland December 2012 · Monastery, Abbey, Church · Tourist Sites

St Nicholas Tomb, Thomastown, County Kilkenny

Ireland ... Saint Nicholas? That's what I thought when I read a couple of sentences in a travel book. It stated that near Jerpoint Abby, County Kilkenny, there was a grave that was reported to be that of St Nicholas's. From there, I did some Internet searches and further researched the legend. As it happens,… Continue reading St Nicholas Tomb, Thomastown, County Kilkenny

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Kilkenny, County Kilkenny

Happy Winter Solstice! I was up this morning and moving as the sun was rising. I am discovering that the weather forecast, at least through Weather.com, is not to be relied upon to plan your day. Earlier this week the forecast started with ... rain.  It has changed so many times since then.  As of… Continue reading Kilkenny, County Kilkenny

Christmas in Ireland · Cities, Towns & Villages · County Waterford · Damp, Muddy & Happy · Ireland December 2012 · Monastery, Abbey, Church · Tourist Sites

Waterford, County Waterford

After spending Sunday 'sorting things out,' I headed to Waterford today. There are a few places that I want to revisit ... Mostly due to Christmas markets/festivals. I want to see how towns/cities are decorated for the holidays. It also allows me to regain my 'driving on the left' skills. This puts me on familiar… Continue reading Waterford, County Waterford