Greetings from hot and humid NH! Anybody out there?? Hubby and I spent the last two weeks of May in wonderful Ireland- made a big circle mostly on the coast, from Kilkenny to Killarney up the Wild Atlantic Way to Doolin and Donegal, and over to County Antrim and Ballycastle- ending up in Dublin for the last few days! Actually got to see the ancient Brian Boru harp in Trinity College- and the Book of Kells, of course! The harp really moved me- to literal tears. Overwhelming to think what a long tradition we belong to, no matter how near or far....
One of the highlights was a chance to visit with (and finally meet in person) the sparkling Andee Anko! The Bog Hill Centre, where she lives and works, is a fascinating place, and a hot spot for traditional music, and other fascinating things! The whole area around Doolin and Lisdoonvarna,and in Dingle and Donegal as well- MUSIC!! Loved it!!
So, why haven't I played the harp since we got back? Playing catch up at work and home seems to take all my time again- and the heat and humidity saps the energy....ugh. However, what my fingers have failed to do, my ear is making up for- I have been playing Celtic music, both instrumental and vocal, almost nonstop since our return! Have fallen in love with the High Kings- and the tunes just keep going thru the brain! (I wake up with Rocky Road to Dublin going thru my head more mornings than not!) So- once the dust settles, I hope to take some of those tunes and apply them to the instrument. We shall see!
So, my daughter is leaving today for that very same Lisdoonvarna, where she will be working with horses and tour guiding to the Cliffs of Moher. Kate will be bringing her flute, penny whistle and voice, and hopes to be able to soak up the local musical atmosphere as well! I am very envious- and know that her 7 weeks there will fly by!
So- if anybody is out there, have a grand summer! Take care!! Harp on!!
Sharon
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