We're in Ireland. Dublin was not as fun as expected because our colds turned into hideous sinus infections. We had problematic symptoms not at all conducive to long walks and focused research. But we did manage to check out the Book of Kells. And the Museum of Literature. St. Stephen's Green. Christ Church Cathedral. These are important sites that we enjoyed.
We paid some hard earned cash on an "air doctor" service that matches travelers with doctors who can write prescriptions. We talked with our doctor on TEAMS. He was located in Nice. Readily gave us antibiotics. We love him so much.
Now we're in Dingle. We like this place. We took the Slea Head Drive. Our airbnb host told me that the drive could take an hour or it could take 8 hours. She was correct. Along this beautiful drive, there are many stops. Ring Forts. Beehive Huts. Ogham Stones. Beach walks. Lunch overlooking the Atlantic. Blasket Visitor Center. Feeding Farm Animals. All phenomenal.
We visited a fairy fort. Not excavated so it appeared to be mere grassy bumps of land. The woman there told me that they will never excavate the ring because it would bring bad luck. The spirits of the fairy people do not want to be disturbed. She heard about a fairy ring being plowed through to make a road near Galway and there have been many car crashes on that road.
Husbandman drives through the countryside like he was native born. If you by chance need a driver during future trips to Ireland, keep him in mind. He drives courageously and efficiently through the narrowest roads you'll ever see. We've lost a hubcap but that's a small price to pay for all the pleasure I've had touring Ireland with nary a care in the world.
Tomorrow we head to Kilkenny for a night. Then we'll head back home. 2 thumbs up to the European summer trip of 2026. Thanks for reading along!!!!
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