Arrival

I arrived in Ireland yesterday after 27 hours of travel.  I was quite surprised when I looked out the window of my cottage this morning to see a familiar sight.  A little bit of Phoenix in Ireland.

Irish Palm Tree

Today was about settling in but I did make a trip to some archeological ruins.  One in particular is perhaps Ireland's most famous.  The Poulnabrone Dolmen is a tomb that dates back to the Neolithic Period about 5000 years ago.  Excavated in the eighties, 22 bodies were discovered, including 6 children.  The term Poulnabrone means "Hole of Sorrows".  A Google search will provide a wealth of information on the site.  I was lucky to have the location to myself due to a strong wind and overcast day.  I meet with the College tomorrow to discuss the start of the residency.

Poulnabrone Dolmen