This morning we paid a visit to Hill of Ward, where Halloween started.  It was the meeting place of 
Anoch, the great Celtic public assembly and festival which was held on Samhain, October 31st, All Souls Night.  There were signs of many people and the bonfire from the 31st. Next we visited hill of Tara which was one the residence of the High Kings of Ireland.  142 kings were said to have reigned here.  

After a vist to Leap Castle we arrived in Dublin.  Was so excited to eat lunch at John Kavanaugh's Gravediggers Pub.  Has always been on my list of places to go and was worth it. The food was great.  After lunch we visited Glasnevin Cemetery .  This cemetery was founded by Daniel O'Connell.  Glasnevin exceeded my expectations and I hope to go back.  Last stop was the Guinness Storehouse.    Tonight we had a fun Halloween evening of storytelling the Brazen Head Pub that dates back to 1198.  Unfortunately my camera battery was dead and I did not get photos at the Brazen Head.  Johnny was a very good storyteller.

What can I say, I love Dingle!!!  Had a pint of Creans for Mike & Kathy, wish you were here!  Got to celebrate another birthday today, Joan.  This has been the second time to celebrate her birthday in Ireland!  

Our only scheduled visit of the day was Bantry House & Gardens.  The remainder of the day was spent meandering our way to Kilkenny.  Saw amazing rainbows today! So happy to be spending the next two nights in one of my favorite hotels, The Malton.

Today we visited Charles Fort followed by a walking tour of Kinsale led by Barry Maloney.  Was saddened to hear of the passing of Mick Lavelle, a wonderful storyteller from Westport.

Had a beautiful ride from Kilkennt to Kinsale. First stop at Rock of Cashel then Blarney, and English Market in Cork before arriving in Kinsale.

Had a smooth flight to Dublin. After being met by our driver, Aidan, our first stop of the day was Glendalough. Got caught in the rain. Welcome to Ireland! Haha

Interested in Harrigan Holidays Fall Gatheriing tour but wanted to golf?  There are now golf options available on Dingle Peninsula,  in Kinsale, and around Dublin if there is enough interest in golf.  

I love Kerry Gold butter especially after visiting a dairy farm in Ireland.  Now I know it's good for me after reading this article: http://wholegreenlove.com/2013/05/30/3-reasons-your-body-needs-grass-fed-butter/