“I am not afraid of any of these things [murder, betrayal, slavery]
because of the promises of heaven;
for I have put myself in the hands of God Almighty.”
~ St. Patrick
Requisite of Irish monastic hospitality:
a clean house,
a big fire,
and a couch without sorrow.
Patrick’s legacy: St. Columba and the Abbey at Iona
It is a dream of mine to see Iona some day,
to stand on these grounds
and to thank God for his faithful servants.
A Living Pencil 
Dreaming with you, my friend. I can feel the cool air, smell the green smells everytime I look at pictures of the Old Country (-: Diane
Can I come with you when you go?
Beautiful photos, Carol! I’ve always thought it would be great fun to have a classical moms tour of Europe. We might never come home!
I pray the Lord gives you the desire of your heart~~~that trip to Ireland. I know that with your wonderful, descriptive writing I could myself accompany you vicariously!