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- Does Kissing the Blarney stone have any meaning?
- Rediscovering Heritage: An Irishman’s Emotional Journey Kissing the Blarney Stone
- Around the Web – No. 13 Notre Dame and Navy arrive in Ireland for season opener, Ireland weather, A special Ghost Month ritual was performed in Cork’s largest Famine burial ground and more..
- From Social Media
- Irish Food You Will Love
- The Craic
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Does Kissing the Blarney stone have any meaning?
We asked our Love Ireland Group Members to vote on this question and the results were interesting with most people thinking that there is some significance in kissing the stone.
An Irishman’s Emotional Journey Kissing the Blarney Stone
In a heartfelt narrative penned by Shawn P. Sullivan for the Portsmouth Herald, an account unfolds of an Irish man’s transformative experience while kissing the Blarney Stone.
Amidst the lush landscapes of southwest Ireland, Shawn and his wife Valerie embarked on a journey celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. The couple’s pit stop at Blarney Castle, initially criticized by a travel guide as a mere tourist gimmick, unfolded into a cherished and meaningful encounter.
Shawn’s determination led him to a daring position, lying on his back, secured by iron bars, and guided by a helpful Irish fellow.
With the kissable stone just within reach, he puckeringly bridged the gap between myth and reality. The Blarney Stone, said to grant eloquence to those who kiss it, bore a distinctive allure beneath its surface. Shawn’s kiss, captured on video, symbolized a personal triumph, but also a deeper connection to his family’s history and heritage.
The roots of Shawn’s longing for this moment stretched back to his parents’ honeymoon in 1971, when his mother, carrying him in her womb, kissed the same stone.
The family legend attributed Shawn’s gift of gab to that very act. Despite the cynicism surrounding the Blarney Stone’s status as a clichéd attraction, Shawn’s experience validated his belief in its profound significance.
Any takers for the most delightful job in Cork?
Clonakilty Model Village, the sole model village in Ireland, is in search of a driver for its renowned red Choo Choo Train.
No. 13 Notre Dame and Navy arrive in Ireland for season opener, each looking for a fast start
Notre Dame and Navy will open their seasons Saturday in Dublin, Ireland. Both teams are looking for a fast start.
Ireland issue tentatively optimistic update on Dan Sheehan
Ulster’s Tom Stewart has been selected to start at number two this weekend.
Popular Co Antrim hotel and spa submits application for £2m extension
A planning application has been submitted to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a £2m extension to The Rabbit Hotel in Templepatrick.
Ireland weather: Plenty of sunshine today as Met Éireann forecasts break in rain
Thursday will be bright and dry as Met Éireann predicts long spells of sunshine across much of the country today.
Meet the Wicklow winery using only Irish fruits and building up orders across Ireland
Using only Irish fruit, the business is building up a strong order book from restaurants and shops across Ireland
Ireland’s most valuable tourism market in Q2 was North America
374000 people from North America visited Ireland in Q2 2023, bringing in revenue of €827 million
Essential tips for first-time campers
Partly driven by economics but mostly by a desire to embrace nature, more people than ever are opting to go on camping holidays.
A special Ghost Month ritual was performed in Cork’s largest Famine burial ground
It’s the final resting place for around 30,000 souls.
Social Media
Nestled in the countryside of County Antrim, the village of Glenoe has its color-scheme on point
Irish Food You Love
From the Irish Baker Abroad – Make sure you read more from Chris every Wednesday at Love Irish Cooking
Ed Sheeran sang about a girl from which Irish city?
Ed Sheeran famously sang about a girl from Galway in his hit single “Galway Girl”.
The song was inspired by the city of Galway in Ireland, which is known for its vibrant culture and beauty. It speaks of falling in love with an Irish girl who loves traditional music and dance, as well as going to pubs and enjoying a pint of Guinness.
The song has become an anthem for many, celebrating the spirit and charm that Galway and its inhabitants are known for.
This charming city with its cobblestone streets and traditional pubs resonates deeply with Sheeran’s fans all over the world. Whether you know it from Ed Sheeran’s music or from its own vibrant culture, Galway is definitely a place worth checking out.
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