We have since entered the independent Republic of Ireland, where I have had my first encounter with the European Currency. It takes a bit of getting used to, let me tell you! Today we drove from Galway (where nought but drinking took place for the Brown Clan) to Cork. Cork is a rather small city, but on the outskirts there is a cute little castle by the name of Blarney. The grounds are quite expansive, but the castle itself is quaint, with narrow, steep and roughly carved staircases leading up to the uppermost barricades, where the famed Blarney Stone can be found.
It is said that whoever kisses the Blarney stone will be blessed with the gift of the gab, and therefore will never find themselves lost for words again. In order to touch ones lips against the stone, one must lie on ones back, dangling over a large gap in the castle floor, and pucker up for the outer wall. Being rarely lost for words myself, I saw no genuine reason to endanger my life, simply in the hope of being able to talk with no end, if I so choose. There are much more important things in life. If by kissing the stone I were to gain the gift of, say, teleportation, then surely I’d be the first to reach the top of the castle. As it is, I don’t have much need in my life for the gift of sparkling conversation.
After inching our way down the stairs back onto solid ground, we explored the sprawling, lush green surroundings of the castle. Within the grounds is a large and impressive manor house, which unfortunately is only open to view in the middle of summer. It was very handsome indeed from the outside and I was particularly taken with a charming tower room with a window. I can imagine sitting upon a comfortable seat at that window, looking over the grounds and wiling away the hours with pen in hoof. I would dearly love to delve into the world of fictional narratives and poetry, but as of now I’m far too busy living my own exciting life to imagine up a new one! Perhaps when I am settled in Sydney and life has a few more mundane moments to fill I will explore some more creative endeavours. For now my blog is more than enough to keep me occupied on quiet nights.
Ever wandering, never lost
-Moo
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