Now you can see the interior of the old house. There was always a large open fireplace and a wide chimney. The houses were always smokey, especially if the wind was blowing the wrong way. Here you can see the areas blackened by the fire.Note the basket of peat/turf to the right hand side of the fireplace and the big iron pot in which just about everything was cooked. The old kettle is also there, and the earthenwear jugs.
One most interesting feature in this photo is the area to the left with the curtains. This was an alcove with a bed in which an old person, maybe a granny or grandad, or a sick person, would be placed. If they wanted to sleep, then they could draw the curtains, but if they wanted company, then they would open them. There was always somebody close by to keep them company and to watch over them. Most importantly, they were close to the fire and warm. They really did know how to look after their own in the old days. How good are we today?
As i write, the sun is shining and, eventhough it is cold, it is a lovely Sunday morning in the West of Ireland. This year we have been blessed with good weather. Long may it last. As i always say.........there is no place like Ireland when the sun shines......but then, there is no place like Ireland anyway.
If you are planning on coming to Ireland and are nervous about driving yourself, and do not want a bus tour either, then why not contact me. You just might be pleasantly surprised.
Maybe you could tell your friends about my Blog.
Catch you again soon
Dave
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