The Gardens of Glenveagh Castle

A remote Irish valley, where mountains are stark,
Boasts a castle in Glenveagh, a national park.
As expected, the site is imbued with the past,
But its beauty conceived with intentions to last.

In the gardens, the colors just burst from their blooms
As a challenge to hills where austerity looms
And those purples and oranges, yellows and reds,
Though quite joyous, seem ready to leap from their beds.

With their gates and gazebos, meandering trails
Encourage reflection, which naturally pales
Next to simple acceptance that fortune's bestowed
On the visitor, interest on debts life has owed.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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June 30, 2017 at 7:47 AM
You sure make it easy for me to take a trip without leaving the farm;-) Your travelogue is exemplary and your dedication to writing and posting every day is much appreciated by this reader! 'uggs ~ john
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June 30, 2017 at 7:06 AM
Sounds like you are still having a great time, Mrs Ilene:) Be careful!
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June 30, 2017 at 5:51 AM
I can hear the melody in this and it sings to me. Thank you for sharing all of poetic sights from your trip abroad. This was beautiful Ilene and that cadence...it's always there, so smooth and enchanting.
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June 30, 2017 at 3:18 AM
It sounds absolutely delightful Ilene:-) hope you are having a wonderful time ...hope you are enjoying the wonderful bars too, we love going to one when we are there and listening to the music and seeing the Irish dancers... but don't drink too much Guinness my friend lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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