It was an amazing view at the top even through the mist and fog. The lives that the monks lead was tough and peaceful at the same time and I can see the attraction to this type of solitary life praying to God and finding inner peace.
The hike down was not so peaceful. Going up for me was easy and tough on my husband and it was just the opposite on the way down. Man was it tough for me and one step at a time for sure. Josh had an easier time going down and was there to catch me if I needed help. Just goes to show that we are such a good team!
On the boat ride back they took us past Little Skellig Michael Island. This is a true bird sanctuary home of some 27,000 pairs of gannets – the second largest colony of such seabirds in the world. It was remarkable watching all those birds nesting and flying around. A noisy and smelly island and the eggs had not even hatched yet. We also spotted a gray seal resting on a flat rock outcropping and as each wave came up to splash his head he would look up all annoyed, like the wave was disturbing his rest.
The boat ride back was much claimer and we enjoyed the ride and talking about the mystery and wonder that is Skellig Michael! A must do if you are ever in that area of the world.
Docks at Portmagee Ireland.
The boat we were on is the one at the far right.
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