My sister Lorie and her daughter Katie came for a short visit on March 9th. They went to church with us at the Portadown Ward. After, Mena had us over for tea with the Family Home Evening group. They even sang Happy Birthday to me and we had such a nice visit. It was fun for Lorie and Katie to meet everyone and they enjoyed listening to the wonderful Irish accent! 
One day we headed for Belfast. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great while they were here, but we didn't let that stop us! 
The dome in Victoria Square. 
Beautiful view of the city in every direction. 
We took the open bus tour through the city. It was cold and rainy but interesting! 
The murals in the city tell a sad story of war and peace....a lot of political and religious unrest still here.... 
We were told Belfast is the second safest city in the world for tourists...the Irish just fight among themselves..... 
Downtown we did a little shopping!!! Great way to spend the day!! 
Here we are at the Old Inn in Crawfordsburn. Thought Lorie should see where her ancestors lived! 
Here we are at the Carrickfurgus Castle. We had fun picking out toy knights and princesses for our little grandkids! 
Katie by the Irish Sea. 
Climbing the spiral staircase in the castle. 
Of course we took them to the Giant's Causeway! 
We had dinner at The Nook, fast becoming one of our favorite places to eat on the Antrim coast.I love turf fires....
The Nook....We have now eaten there with Jason, Lorie, Katie and the Hunsakers!
We went to the Hill of Tara. Many of the Kings of Ireland were buried and christened on this hill, along with some of our ancestors. It was very windy, but a very serene place to be.
Statue in honor of St. Patrick.
We love the Irish history and culture. The more I learn, the closer I feel to the heritage of these people and the legacy they have left.
Downtown Dublin
We had such a nice visit. It went way too fast, but we are grateful for the time we had and the good memories that were made.
The Nook....We have now eaten there with Jason, Lorie, Katie and the Hunsakers! 
We went to the Hill of Tara. Many of the Kings of Ireland were buried and christened on this hill, along with some of our ancestors. It was very windy, but a very serene place to be. 
Statue in honor of St. Patrick. 
We love the Irish history and culture. The more I learn, the closer I feel to the heritage of these people and the legacy they have left. 
Downtown Dublin 
We had such a nice visit. It went way too fast, but we are grateful for the time we had and the good memories that were made. 
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That's great that you can have visitors. It looks like they had a memorable time.
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