Day 29 - Last day in Lahinch

 Day 29 - Last day in Lahinch

Had a bit of a sleep in this morning, but I had to get cracking as I had  a few jobs to do.

Apart from my usual morning ritual, I had to go over to Ennistymon to collect my washing. It was so easy to just pop it in there and then pick it up the next day. I'll be back to my washing machine soon enough!

Then I had to start the packing process... bit  of a pain but has to be done. At least all my clean washing was already folded!

Marie was picking me up at 1.30 pm to take me up to the farm to see her Mum and brother Sean. I had hardly seen them this time, so was glad to catch up.

Marie had a few jobbies herself to finish off so she left me with them both and I had a lovely chat with Nora and showed her the pics that Madeleine had sent through about the Lynch family. 

Then Sean offered to take me out on the farm and check out his cows with him, as he was going to vaccinate some of them. You have to admire the skill of a farmer, as I watched him go about his normal business. I took a few small videos of what he was doing - I know my brother Jim will be interested!!!

Getting them out of the shed.

First one done!

He did warn me to watch where I was walking, because as he said, "You can't have cows, and not have cow shit!" It was only when I came home I discovered the truth of that statement!!!

Second one was a bit more reluctant

All done and off to the paddock

While he was putting that last lot in the paddock he noticed one of the other cows was calving, so he was all systems go to assist her. It was time for me to go back into the house and keep out of his way. Farmers are amazing, and he knew exactly what to do. 

So, by now Marie returned and we all had a lovely cuppa together. She had to go and pick up Patrick from school, so she dropped me home, and I got stuck into the blog! Videos take a little more time!

I'm off to the Atlantic for dinner tonight, and to say my fond farewells! It is really such a warm and welcoming pub, and they all know me by name in there now. Declan, in particular, has always looked after me and made sure I was taken care of. Thanks to all the gang at the Atlantic.... I have really appreciated your kindness and care.