My I is for Innisfree as in the Isle of Innisfree. It's a little Island in the middle of Lough Gill, Sligo, Ireland. I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made: Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honeybee,... Continue Reading →
Hazelwood, Sligo
I went to Hazelwood Forest this morning in search of bluebells. I think I was too early because I only found one. It's a lovely peaceful place, it's easy to see how W. B. Yeats was inspired by the place. I had to wonder why someone had a frying pan in their boat though!
Easter eggs and graffiti
The Ulster Bank in Sligo got 'decorated' yesterday. WB Yeats did as well, although the paint was washed off him today when I got to take the photo. I know there is a backlash against the banks at the moment but I don't agree with graffiti on buildings and statues. It's different to see graffiti... Continue Reading →
Golden years
Golden years, originally uploaded by magnum_lady. When you are old and grey and full of sleep, And nodding by the fire, take down this book, And slowly read, and dream of the soft look Your eyes had once, and of their shadows deep; How many loved your moments of glad grace, And loved your beauty... Continue Reading →
Sweeties
Sweeties, originally uploaded by magnum_lady. This photo got chosen as pic of the day on pix.ie so I'm delighted about that. Not bad for a bag of sweets that cost 49 cent. Jono had his appointment with the physiotherapist today. It was at Nazareth House which is a lovely old building and has connections with... Continue Reading →
The cat and the moon…….
The cat and the moon......., originally uploaded by magnum_lady(slow internet). Another old photo but because the cats get a mention today I thought I use this photo. I have to say how overwhelmed I have been by the kind words and support about my blog from the people on tripadvisor 🙂 Today Lucy has had... Continue Reading →
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