Here’s the problem with processing photos you took eight months ago: you forget the details.
When I’m traveling I use the end of the day to import photos from the camera to Lightroom, and then sort them into folders based on place-name. If I have time, I’ll go through and add keywords or other info.
But on the Ireland trip, we were crazy scheduled, and I didn’t have that luxury.
We were on a tour (Trafalgar, highly recommended), which was great because we saw and experienced more than I probably would have on my own, but we were almost constantly busy. (Which, if you’re paying money for a tour and flying across an ocean to take it, you should be.)
So, for today’s photos, one is obvious, but the others – nope. All I know is all four were made in Waterford. That’s the best I can do, and that’s okay. 🙂
This is the obvious one, natch. Solid crystal musical instruments! Waterford Crystal’s work is truly stunning.
Here’s where it gets unclear. I have no idea what church this is, or if it’s famous.
Anyone recognize it?
Regardless, let’s take a moment for that ceiling and woodwork. Gorgeous.
More photos next week.
If you liked this post, feel free to share it with the buttons below!
16 Comments
I am such a big Waterford fan! As a city sicker I collected Waterford animals, footballs and other such Texas fun stuff. As a rural dweller, now I tend to favor the earthiness of pottery. Thanks for the memories.
Susan – I understand the collection! When my Irish-American friend got married – I was her maid of honor – her parents gave her a set of beautiful Waterford wine glasses. I had crystal envy. 🙂
Hi-
Found the church on Google. It’s Christ Church Cathedral, and is impressive on the outside too. There are so many beautiful and historic churches in Ireland—we’ve wandered around many on our two trips there. Didn’t make it to Waterford—still on the Bucket List. Always love your photos!
Barbara
Barbara – Yes! That’s it, thanks so much for the clarification – now I can update my info in Lightroom. 🙂 I’m not religious, but I’ve always had a strong draw to churches and cathedrals. I had an extraordinary experience at Glasgow Cathedral, which I’ll talk about when I post those photos.
very cool. Thanks. I love Ireland. First went there in 1966 – Ireland was very poor then. oh goodness 51 years ago.
Ron Hagg recently posted…HAGGMEDIA
Ron – I love it too. I’ve been twice now and this time also fell in love with Scotland, and will go back to both for sure. Thanks for commenting!
Deonne…Not to worry over the Waterford Crystal. That was an appropriate symbolic ending to that era of my life and the commencement of another and better. The now of my life. Your Church and Cathedrals are a moving experience to stand inside of..That is what really moved me….
Here’s to the road!!!!… what a fortunate life we have to be able to experience all there is so freely!
Stay well, please….elida
Lovely and inspiring work Deonne. Makes me want to get back on the road again! The last of my Waterford Collection was destroyed in the ’87 Earthquake in Los Angeles, so just hearing the name and seeing the Crystal harkens me back to another time of my life. Great quotes below, by the way.
elida
Elida – Thanks for the kind words. I’m itching to hit the road as well! Sorry to hear about your collection – I remember that earthquake – because Waterford does make beautiful pieces. Maybe it’s time to start rebuilding your collection. 🙂
Beautiful ! Happy travels!!!!
Thanks so much, Shelley!
The ceiling reminds me of a very pretty cake! Ireland is a place I’ve always wanted to visit.
Manisha recently posted…the strength of my roots
Hey look, Deonne! It worked!
Manisha recently posted…the strength of my roots
Yay, Manisha! So glad the tech gods smiled on us. 🙂 That’s a great point about the ceiling – I totally agree. You need to go, it’s a truly special place.
Who cares where or when it was talen. Just let the picture trll its story in those cases! Love these!
Sherry – Good point! Done. 🙂