Sligo on

Seem to have lost all transcripts from Glasgow to now. Going on to Galway. This area was severely hit by the Potato famine. Many families were evicted and the only choice was immigration. Faith in God was very strong. Knock people had a vision. Monsignor of area had a vision of airport to bring pilgrims. Provides life line in and out of area.

The photos are of various places along the way to now. In Belfast the walls are frequently covered in graffiti art. They are a comment usually on the social and political situation in Ireland. Another is of the Belleek Pottery. The weather here has been wet the last few days and seems set to continue. My Australian travel companions are finding it quite cold, particularly those from up Cairns way!Read more