Knock and it shall be opened -- North Richmond Street, Dublin (RPD photo)
Note on photography: the photos labeled “RPD” are my own, and the rest I found online (many thanks to all the dedicated photographers of Ireland.) Everywhere I went in Ireland, I met open doors and warm hospitality. Starting in New Rochelle, I want to give special thanks to Tameka Hastick, who makes this job a joy every day; to Br. Liguori for his encouragement; to Matt Cornish, who convinced me I really could use a digital camera; and especially to Joan Clark for so ably and graciously booking my flight and my hotels. Thanks to all the Brothers (Christian and Presentation) who taught me so much and answered endless questions with patience and grace. Thanks to Theresa Johnson for sharing excellent tips and suggestions. And thanks to Sean: the road has been rising to meet me for twenty years, and it’s all because of you.
