Glynch House
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A Day of Information and Reflection
... conversation with a person of the other religion. 94% attend segregated schools. Only 4-5 % of marriages in N. Ireland are mixed marriages (in terms of religion).
The final part of the tour was the International wall which has a number of murals on it – some that protest situations of a political nature in other countries like some Cubans being held in a Florida prison, and some Palestinians being held in Israel.
Over all, the black taxi ...
A Wonderful Weekend in the Lakelands
... we passed by some of the most beautiful countryside I've ever seen and I'm telling you no word of a lie when I say that the Irish music on the Sunday morning radio and my wonderful surroundings brought a tear to my eye. I will forever remember that weekend, and Fermanagh, for being one of the most magical trips I've ever been on.
I'm almost scared to go back for a break because nothing could live up to such a weekend! You'll have to go back for me and let me know how it ...
Day 10 - Derry to Omagh
... land in the church graveyard and blow the graves up, one time sending an occupant of the grave back over the wall into Bogside :/ At St Columb’s cathedral we learnt about a book which is housed in this location which tells how many people died from starvation or clashes per day during ‘The Siege’ and the cost of ‘food’…A rat cost one shilling, a mouse, sixpence and a dogs head was 2 shillings and sixpence!
We then headed ...
Report back Day 19 Sligo to Cavan
... font, and the traditional candles. It was absolutely beautiful. We took some time to reflect not really religiously but to reflect upon the sacrifice that people had made to keep their beliefs. Trues heros in my book. There was no stain glass nor any gold trim. Still the best church ever. We head straight for Cavan. This festival is huge. We get parked in town at the back of a church. To be sure it wont get robbed in there. We have a good look around and see ...
Returning To Our Roots
... br> The Reverend Alison Calvin was most gracious as we arrived at her doorstep unannounced. She had us in for tea and then took us to both churches. Killeshandra was the main parish church and where William was most likely baptized. Derrylane was were cousin John's 2nd Great Grandfather George (my 2nd Great Uncle) was married. John had never been in that church so it was ...
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