of course in both weeks there were foggy and sunless days
– all the better
to examine this strange stone face on Kilcatherine Church
that dates from the Dark Ages

some attribute the face to a pagan cat goddess

others link it to the ancient worship of snakes
its origins are not certain
but the site itself predates the 12th century and is very atmospheric

… there is an old stone cross
said to be the oldest in Ireland:

and when it’s too grey and foggy to do anything else
but the lough is still, misty and serene:
West Cork IV: click below
Wow!
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Absolutely stunning photographs Wendy !
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Ah thanks!
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