Clonmacnoise is in County Offaly on the River Shannon south of Athlone. It was founded in 544
by St. Ciarán.
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Taken on May 26, 2015
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Hello From Dublin!
Good morning from Dublin, Ireland!
It's our third day and we're enjoying it so far.
Yesterday, I met Odette, she's one of my Iggy sisters. We really enjoyed her company and we're so grateful she took the time to show us Trinity College and the General Post Office. I finally got to see the Book of Kells; my theology professor would be proud of me.
It's our third day and we're enjoying it so far.
Yesterday, I met Odette, she's one of my Iggy sisters. We really enjoyed her company and we're so grateful she took the time to show us Trinity College and the General Post Office. I finally got to see the Book of Kells; my theology professor would be proud of me.
The main chamber of the Old Library is the Long Room, and at
nearly 65 metres in length, it is filled with 200,000 of the Library’s oldest
books. When built (between 1712 and 1732) it had a flat plaster ceiling and
shelving for books was on the lower level only, with an open gallery. By the
1850s these shelves had become completely full; largely as since 1801 the
Library had been given the right to claim a free copy of every book published
in Britain and Ireland. In 1860 the roof was raised to allow construction of
the present barrel-vaulted ceiling and upper gallery bookcases.
(Source HERE)
Today, we're driving to Galway with a stop at Clonmacnoise. I can't wait!
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Graduate Finally
The past couple of weeks have been busy; I'd say good busy.
Last week, cousin A and I walked all over DC covering the White House to the National Mall and we managed to squeeze in a day visit to the Gettysburg National Park. We were so tired but happy. Nights were spent recuperating from exhaustion and sore muscles.
Although A's visit was short (two days), we got to talk a lot about our dads, they're brothers. In the vast span of our 30s (she's 30 I'm 30ish), we've only met twice. It's interesting how I felt close to her despite the lack thereof of us growing up as neighbors like the other cousins I'm close with. Anyway, I'm so glad we got this chance, and I'm hoping we'll make time to see each other more.
On the same week, my parents flew in from Honolulu. I was so happy to see them and of course looked forward to my island favorites - chocolate covered Macadamia nuts and my Portuguese sausages. If given the flexibility/opportunity at the moment, I'd love to go back to Hawaii and live there.
Of course, the highlight of last week was my graduation. Wohooo, I'm finally finished with my masters in international affairs. The next question is, "What am I going to do with it?" No worries, I'm figuring that out right now. Funny but I'm more excited about getting my free time and weekends back.
Although A's visit was short (two days), we got to talk a lot about our dads, they're brothers. In the vast span of our 30s (she's 30 I'm 30ish), we've only met twice. It's interesting how I felt close to her despite the lack thereof of us growing up as neighbors like the other cousins I'm close with. Anyway, I'm so glad we got this chance, and I'm hoping we'll make time to see each other more.
On the same week, my parents flew in from Honolulu. I was so happy to see them and of course looked forward to my island favorites - chocolate covered Macadamia nuts and my Portuguese sausages. If given the flexibility/opportunity at the moment, I'd love to go back to Hawaii and live there.
Of course, the highlight of last week was my graduation. Wohooo, I'm finally finished with my masters in international affairs. The next question is, "What am I going to do with it?" No worries, I'm figuring that out right now. Funny but I'm more excited about getting my free time and weekends back.
Taken on May 15, 2015 at Healy Hall, Georgetown University
Excerpt from my online album, "My heart is filled with gratitude and joy. My journey has
been deterred by aplastic anemia, numerous blood transfusions, a bone-marrow
transplant and most recently shingles. There were days I came really close to
giving up, but the support of my family and friends kept me inspired.
This day is about faith in God when nothing is certain, hope
when life throws curve balls, courage when nothing makes sense, and victory
over any challenges that will knock on my doorstep. Thank you to my bone marrow
donor. I would not be here without you. This day is a gift and no one can take
it away from me."
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Washington Monument
My blog's been quiet because the real world calls.
I really enjoyed showing my cousin A around DC and a little bit of Maryland. Here's one of my favorite photos of the day.
I really enjoyed showing my cousin A around DC and a little bit of Maryland. Here's one of my favorite photos of the day.
I wonder if this even comes close to Mr. MLK's view that day when he said, "I have a dream..."
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Photo taken on May 11, 2015
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Tulips
At this time of year, the Hershey Gardens abound with all types and colors of Tulips.
In my previous post, I've stated why we trek here annually. In fact, even before Kepi and I got married, we frequented this place. I guess, Hershey Gardens will always be extra special to us.
In my previous post, I've stated why we trek here annually. In fact, even before Kepi and I got married, we frequented this place. I guess, Hershey Gardens will always be extra special to us.
I can't name them all, but they're all equally beautiful.
It was a warm, sunny day. Too warm for spring weather, but the Tulips seemed to enjoy and take delight in it.
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Photos taken on May 3, 2015
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Celebrating Our Second Anniversary
On May 3rd, Kepi and I celebrated our second wedding anniversary.
We decided that for our yearly anniversary celebration, we'd visit the place where we got married - Hershey Gardens. There are three reasons why: (1) the place means so much to us; (2) the tulips and cherry blossoms are in bloom, just like the day we got married; and, (3) we "always" visit the Hershey chocolate factory for sweet treats.
We decided that for our yearly anniversary celebration, we'd visit the place where we got married - Hershey Gardens. There are three reasons why: (1) the place means so much to us; (2) the tulips and cherry blossoms are in bloom, just like the day we got married; and, (3) we "always" visit the Hershey chocolate factory for sweet treats.
May 3, 2015 - It was a day of gorgeous weather and beautiful blooms. This is where we held our wedding ceremony and reception.
Our souvenir photo.
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