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Dublin has exceeded my expectations, to be honest. It’s a weird feeling, because when I first saw a few locations, I thought “this looks just like a movie.” It’s a lot different from Armagh, but still plenty different from America, … Continue reading →

When I first arrived in Dublin I had to do a double take because I honestly felt like I was back home in New York. I was so surprised by how modern it is here, it is very lively and … Continue reading →

As I continue to unveil pieces of Ireland’s long and complicated history, one theme continues to emerge: the Irish people have an enormous amount of pride for where they live. This pride takes shape in many ways, and has sometimes … Continue reading →

During our visit to Navan Port I was surprised to learn that women of Gaelic societies had the same rights and privileges as a man. Irish women lost their power after the ideals of Catholicism and English practices of marriage … Continue reading →

Turning Point by Brian Conally. Somethings that really connect with me in Armagh are these two sculptures and what I assume is their connection to one another. One depicts the history of astronomy: a gold speckled orb with engravings of … Continue reading →

Kate has been the mother of the group every sense their mom died. She puts the weight of the world on her shoulder and tries to be the strong one. There are times she will break down and her sister … Continue reading →

My time that I have spent here has just been wonderful. I feel more alive every day that I am here in Armagh. The air just feels so clean and my body just feels refresh every day. This little town … Continue reading →

I was wandering around Thomas Street yesterday with Robert during the lunch hour. We stepped into the pet shop and (to some disappointment) there were only caged canaries, boring fish, and some really cuddly bunnies. After we got out all … Continue reading →

Moss Ya’ll. I’m not ashamed to say I’m a little obsessed. I got in really deep, about elbow deep in feeding my new moss obsession today. Before you judge me, it’s research for my story and I’m sticking to it. … Continue reading →