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January 5th 2011

Published: January 6th 2011

I spent the day walking around the city. Cork is a wonderful place to explore on foot; you never know what you'll find! Everyone here has been so kind and helpful. I live in a great location with everything I need well within walking distance. I miss all my friends, family, and loved ones back home but I'm so glad to have the opportunity to live in such an interesting place. School has unoffi... Read Full Entry

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The Road from St.Fin Barre's

I thought this looked very Irish!

St.Fin Barre's Front

St.Fin Barre's Yard

There were a lot of gravestones in the yard.

A Lion, An Angel, An Eagle, An Ox

The figures around this window represent some of the disciples. Mark is the Lion, Matthew the Angel, John the Eagle, and Luke the Ox. This one goes out to my mom!

St.Fin Barre's Facade

It really was a perfect day for pictures!

St.Fin Barre's Pathway

This walkway had some pieces of old headstones in it. The closest one was for a 14 month old baby.

Inside St.Fin Barre's

It cost 2 Euro to enter, but it was well worth it.

The Pews at St.Fin Barre's

Everything in here seemed so old.

Prayer Cushion

St.Fin Barre's from the Back

This is what you see if you come to church late.

The Pews at St.Fin Barre's

I'm so artsy...

St.Fin Barre's Altar

St.Fin Barre's Ceiling

This was painted sometime in the 1900s after the church was completed.

Memorial Book

This book lists the deaths of parishioners (I think) and the causes of death.

Memorial Book

This man was an engineer. I think the writing is so beautiful.

Stained Glass

There were a lot of intricate windows.

In Front of the Altar

The Cannonball

This 24lb cannonball was fired during the siege of Cork in 1690. It was discovered when one of the steeples was demolished in 1865

St.Fin Barre's Interior

St.Fin Barre's Floor

The mosaic floor was designed to represent a net that is cast into the sea, grabbing creatures of all sorts, just like God's love.

St.Fin Barre's Ceiling

Another view of the ceiling.

6th January 2011

Sarah
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Nice pics!
Hey kid - great photos - looks just like i thought Ireland would. Thanks for the special photo for me...Matthew, Mark, Luke and John...the 4 evangelists. Nice! Love ya! Mom

7th January 2011

Tim
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Lovely!
Beautiful photos, K. I saw some definite similarities to our own St. Helena's Cathedral. Can't wait to experience it for myself! Much Love, Dad

7th January 2011

Kim Egeland
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Awesome photos!
Hi Kaelyn! You took some awesome photos! I didn't get to some of the places you've been so it was great to see some different scenes of Cork! I only had 2 days and did more of my exploring on the North side of the city, we stayed on MacCurtain St and I went to the Shandon area as well. I did visit the campus and walked along Washington so got to see some of the area you have photos of. I'm so excited for you to get to experience Ireland by living there! I look forward to following along on your journey:-) Our friends, Oliver and Maeve are great people. They're in their late 20's early 30's and Oliver used to play drums in a rock band so they're "cool". They truly would love to have you over for a chat and home cooking so think about taking them up on their invitation sometime. It would be o.k. to bring a friend I'm sure! Take care and have fun! Love you! Aunt Kim

8th January 2011

Megan
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Sweet!
I can't believe you're in Ireland right now! It totally slipped my mind until my dad reminded me. The pictures look great and I'm SUPER jealous. I'm excited about your radio stories! Will those be available online too? I hope every thing is going wonderfully! Love, Megan

9th January 2011

Kris
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NICE!
K- you're quite the talented photographer! Since this is as close as I'll probably get to Ireland I really appreciate your shots and commentary! Enjoy yourself! Can't wait to see and hear more!

15th January 2011

Lynn Zanto
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Hi
Hi Kaelyn- ---- glad you made it safe and looks like already you're having an awesome time! Love the pictures -- I'm so proud of you and will definitely be following your blog. Leigh will miss you this semester!! have an amazing adventure! Lynn

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