2019 Leads to La Traviata in Rome
Piazza della Repubblica is a semi-circular piazza in Rome, at the summit of the Viminal Hill, next to the Termini station. On it…
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Saints of Ireland: Ciaran of Clonmacnoise
The Irish Saint Ciaran is remembered as the founder of Clonmacnoise, one of the greatest monasteries in Ireland. He is also numbered among the…
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Experiencing Ireland’s Sacred Places: Clonmacnoise
“In a quiet water’d land…stands Saint Kieran’s city fair; And the warriors of Erin in their famous generations Slumber there.” Along the banks of…
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People of Note: Journeying with Michael Rodgers
A Learning Experience Michael’s journey to Glendalough and the Tearmann Spirituality Centre began many years before he stepped foot onto its soil. In the…
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Experiencing Ireland’s Sacred Places: Glendalough, Walking the Valley of Two Lakes
They say the scenery of Glendalough is most beautiful on two occasions: when the sun shines, and when the mist falls. I cannot attest…
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Dublin Book Festival 2018: Bibliophile’s Paradise
Anyone who’s been to Dublin knows it is a city steeped in history. Or is it a town? It’s sort of that awkward middle…
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Dublin Book Festival 2018: Writers to Know
At the Dublin Book Festival 2018, Ireland’s place in literary history was highlighted and celebrated, and a new batch of authors were released to…
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Experiencing Ireland’s Sacred Places: Hill of Tara, Soul of Ireland
Among Ireland’s plethora of national landmarks, the Hill of Tara holds a place of singular importance in the island’s mythological and historical past, earning…
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Ahhh… Italy, Trail Blazing – Discover Fontechiara Wines!
Embarking upon grape harvest season is an opportune time to expose the topic of wine. Wine America, a trade association with membership based in…
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Experiencing Ireland’s Sacred Places: Glendalough
Glendalough, Ireland Glendalough (translated “Land of Two Lakes”) in County Wicklow, Ireland is situated in such a naturally beautiful location that the country has protected…
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A March Day in the 16th Arrondissement, Passy & the Trocadéro, Paris, France
Paris, Paris, how do I love thee? My heart truly starts to pitter-patter as I touch down in Charles de Gaulle Airport for a…
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Female Voices Ring Out at NYC’s Winter Jazz Fest!
On a recent trip to New York City this past January for a creative conference, I became aware that I would be in town…
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