Well it has been 2 weeks to the day that we returned from our wonderful Glimpse of Ireland Tour by Brendan Vacations. We saw some breathtaking countryside, had plenty of Pints of Brew and Irish Whiskey, met some wonderful people who toured with us and left with memories that we will never, ever forget.

If you EVER have the chance to go to Ireland, take it! It just keeps getting more and more beautiful as you drive around the countryside. Our tour took us through the midsection and southern sections of Ireland. The Ring of Kerry and the Cliffs of Moher were spectacular.

We also had the chance to go to the Abbey Tavern the first night and to Taylorâs Three Rock, Irish Cabaret and Comedy Show the last night. Both nights included dinner, singing, dancing. The comedian at Taylorâs Three Rock (Noel Ginnity) was hilarious!

Mary Ellen and great friend of mine and yours truly went together and left Hubby at Home....he is not one to fly that far. It was great for me to find out the history of my Irish Ancestry-Grandfather. His family name was D'Arcy but it was "converted" when his family came to America into the name of Dorsey, which he used all of his life. I actually saw signs with the D'Arcy name on them in Galway and I was able to get the family history and Coat of Arms for this name to bring home and share with the rest of my family. Very Special!

Enjoy the show; it includes great Irish Music, Photos and tidbits of Irish History for your enjoyment.

"May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again, (which I hope we do)
May God hold you in the palm of his hand".