COMING SOON: LAND OF SHADOW

In the year 70 A.D., the Roman Emperor, Vespasian, has left his son, Titus, in charge of laying siege to Jewish rebels in the city of Jerusalem. Among his troops is a young half-Roman/half-Celt, Domenicus Acturius. When the siege is over and Domi is forced to choose between honoring the living and the dead, which will he choose?

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THE CONNEMARA PONY

 This ancient breed native to Ireland is now being perpetuated at Kylemore Abbey in Ireland.  When travel restrictions are eased, if you're of a mind to go, I highly recommend this spot.  And do not miss their cafeteria!  LOL.  

Credit:  Wild-Eyed Southern Celt

BREHON LAW

Brehon Law is the body of ancient native Irish law which was generally operational in Gaelic areas until the completion of the English conquest of Ireland in the early 17th century.

Some amusing excerpts from the ancient law:

• Whoever comes to your door you must feed him and care for him with no questions asked.
• It is illegal to give somebody food that has been found with a dead mouse or weasel.
• A layman may drink six pints of ale with his dinner but a monk my drink only three pints. This is so he will not be intoxicated when prayer-time arrives.

CREDIT:  IRISH CENTRAL.COM