Workday

Aerial view of the grounds.

Summer at Drewstown.

Drewstown House from across the lake.

Stained glass window in main house.

Picture of the courtyard from roof of main house.  

Rainbow over the courtyard.

It is difficult to believe that our time in Ireland is drawing to a close.  We have spent the past few days relaxing and visiting with friends.  Yesterday also included a quick trip to Kells to see where Matt went to school.  Today we had a blast doing some outside projects at Drewstown House.  The kids have adapted very well to Ireland.  They have enjoyed learning new terminology and trying new food.  Biscuits have been a hit, of course, but we have also enjoyed Polish bread, cheeses from Ireland and Germany (red cheese and edom are the favorites), Belgium chocolates, German salami, corned beef and the ever popular fish and chips with red sauce.  Visiting with people has also been fun.  In Ireland, there is no such thing as a "quick question".  Every conversation is at least 20-30 minutes.  Matt went to drop in on a local farmer and I'm sure he won't be back for at least an hour or more.  The kids enjoy the fact that every visit always includes tea and a biscuit!  It has been refreshing not to see everyone talking on a cell phone.  Conversation is much more spontaneous. Tomorrow will be spent worshiping with the fellowship in Navan, having dinner with John and Robin and taking one last walk.  Monday we will be off to London.  Culture shock!!  We're not sure about internet access there, but imagine there should be access at our Bed and Breakfast.  We'll post when we can.

Edging in the courtyard.