Once upon a time the Rock of Fergus, also known as Carrickfergus Castle dominated the Antrim Coastline of Ireland. It was originally constructed in the twelfth century and occupies a promontory that projects out into the Belfast Lough. The guides and guidebooks both tell that the Rock of Fergus is the oldest and most well…
I’ve traveled to Ireland three times now. In November of 2007 I arrived with a group of friends. We had a fabulous Thanksgiving party. In July of 2008 I was in Ireland in part to find my ancestral home, Malahide Castle in County Dublin but also to see my friend Branden graduate from Queens University…
Today is the day. I have been anticipating getting going and starting this trip for a little more than a month. And finally it is here. I’m all packed. I have goodies for my various friends who are hosting me hither thither and beyond, and even have my Chauffeur picking up some last minute requests…