August 2005: Brian's Parents in Ireland

Mom and Dad came to Ireland for a visit. It's only the second time they've been overseas so it's a big deal for them. This photo was taken at the Sunday outdoor market near our home.

We also took them into the Wicklow mountains for some sightseeing. As you can see it was a beautiful day and a beautiful spot.

They also had a few special experiences, including visits to a few stately homes and a trip to Connemara.

The Connemara Cow

This cow was minding its own business when Brian nearly drove into it. In Brian's defense, he was dodging a car behind him while the cow veered in front of us.

But it was still pretty funny.

July 2005: Connemara

In July we took a long trip to Connemara, a sparsely populated region on the west coast of Ireland. It is stunning and we wish we could afford a holiday home there.