My son-in-law works at the nearby international headquarters for Facebook and I've never explored this area of Dublin. I am still feeling unreal about the fact that I am back in Ireland after nine years. I have a bit over 3 weeks to reconnect, nourish my heart and my soul. At this moment the birds are singing down the day - a chorus of welcome for which I am deeply grateful.
Grand Canal Dock:
The Dock area continues to build. Below is Boland's Mill, an important historical structure that is being carefully restored while allowing for modern growth:
Along the Grand Canal Quay, people walked home for work and went out for evening activities. Lining the canal are Edwardian brick townhouses. As I strolled along I thought about Yeats, Ella Young and AE - perhaps also they strolled along here deep in esoteric thoughts and reflecting upon Ireland and magic - and, no doubt, the British.
From Carmel Valley to Dublin in one very long day. I'm here now and tomorrow when I awake I will know I am home.
