Hi all, Having a wonderful time in Ennis, attending the O'Dea clan gathering. I was also lucky enough to meet members of the Clare Roots Society. Firstly I met Gerry Kennedy in the local studies library and him, Peter and I had a very interesting chat! Next I had lunch with Clara, which was also very enjoyable as we chatted about all sorts of things. On my last day, I met up with Larry Brennan for a cuppa. He came along with a Drumcliff cemetery book for me and lots of other useful bits. We had a lovely discussion overlooking the river also. So a big thank you to all of the above for meeting up with me at such short notice - it is so good to put names to the faces you are communicating and working with. My O'Dea clan gathering in Ennis is sadly over. We had a wonderful time - with registration in the Old GroundHotel, followed by an official welcome in the town hall by the mayor with finger food, followed by informal drinks. Next day a trip to Dysart O'Dea (O'dea castle), medieval banquet at Bunratty (where our chieftain acted as the Lord, complete with crown), follwed by drinks at John O'Dea's bar. Next day, Mass and a trip out to the Aran Islands. The day was topped off when the ferry took us right underneath the Cliffs of Moher - spectacuar! Back to scrub up for the official dinner, where we elected the next clan chieftain, followed by more drinks at John O'Deas bar! Monday ws the AGM and a trip to the local studies library. I have picked up so much information on my trip and will need time to delve and sort when I get home. So apologies to those of you who have contacted me for information, I haven't forgotten you! Best regards Anne