Today was a beautiful day. In the early morning the sun was beaming across the backyard as if to smile at God's wonderful creation. We took a trip south to view some spectacular sceneries and the visit a small, but lively town of Newcastle.
A picnic by the Dundrum Castle began this delightful adventure. Upon exploring this ancient architecture, I discovered that ruins of a structure might actually be more beautiful than its most lively state. History seeped through each brick, and the forestry surrounding only enhanced its magnificence. After venturing away, we spoke with an old Irish man who spoke with an interesting sort of wisdom and elegance. He spoke of the King...aka Elvis Presley...and his fondness of the beauteous Dolly Parton. Also, apparently "American country and western" is a hit over here. Oh, and eighties music.
The next stop was trip to Newcastle. This quick strip of shops and cafes was accompanied by an ocean view to the east side. We gazed across the ocean while standing in the sand with the cold wind dashing by. We continued down the boardwalk and then ventured back on the strip where we drank a pot of tea in a small cafe. As of right now the cups of hot tea count is at 5. I've been working for months now on liking the dirty water {sorry} and I must say I officially now enjoy it.
The last, and most magnificent, stop was at the Tulleymore forest. I could have sat in the grace of these lands forever. The stern trees were embellished with the most beautiful flowers I have ever seen. Streams of trickling water accompanied the paths, and stone structures hid throughout the forestry. No words could fully describe the beauty of this place, and I desperately hope for another opportunity to return.
A little Irish slang.
A gatch is the way someone walks. I'm hoping to develop an Irish form of a gatch before I leave, this American one just isn't as cool over here ;)
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