Last post 'til the next trip

Just wanted to let you all know I'm back in the States, safe and sound. The past few days have been quite interesting. Brian and I got to spend our last weekend touring the Mourne Mountains in southeast Northern Ireland. They were beautiful as always! Monday we frantically finished cramming all of our belongings into suitcases and caught the bus to Belfast. Our flight on Tuesday morning was delayed about an hour, but we made it to Newark with just enough time to pick up our luggage, go through customs (what a mess), re-check luggage and clear security again. Mary Ann took off to Atlanta (hope you didn't miss your flight!) and Brian & I found our gate for Memphis. That flight was delayed about an hour and a half, but we finally made it home!!

There are a few last pictures: Pictures 412-417. Thanks for keeping in touch during my six-month adventure.

If you're in Ireland, thanks for making me feel so welcome. Keep in touch! I'll most definitely be back to visit soon. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas!

If you're here in the States, I'll probably see you soon. Have a wonderful Christmas and be prepared for big hugs when I see you next. :-)