None Prepared by Justin (a pilgrim)
None of the kids were prepared to write today so I’m filling in. We have had a fabulous trip so far, and the weather has cooperated nicely. We have visited interesting local sights which seem to always have an ancient ruin like an abbey or a round tower. Yesterday we walked for five miles along the Barrow river from St. Mullins to Graiguenamanagh (Graig Na Manach). There was a canal system running along the river and there were four active Locks on the stretch that we walked. Patricia got stung by a nettle plant which can really hurt. There is no poison ivy or snakes over here but watch out for the nettle. Luckily there is always a healing leaf nearby (forget the name) that helps alleviate the pain which lasts about 24 hours. Isn’t God amazing?
In the evening, our hosts John and Sonia prepared a pasta supper and led a discussion in Irish history that was really interesting. The men retired later for a nice relaxing time and wrap session in the sauna (wow are we getting spoiled). Today, it’s off to Waterford for some much needed shopping, after days of hiking and walking. See you all on Sunday.