Mother Christmas

Into the market in Bantry this morning. There was a lot going on. I saw a magnificent red cloak disappearing into the animal welfare shop and when she came out I just had to ask permission for a photo and had a chat. The crochet beard was a craft project apparently and one she was very pleased with as it kept her nice and warm. And why not. The carol singers were out, plus dog, (Wolfe Tone forever doomed to gaze out into Bantry Bay and reflect on his thwarted attempt to secure an Ireland for the Irish) and the Three Wise Men were putting the world to right by the (not gushing) fountain.Never a dull moment. I purchased two very nice foraged wreaths from the Castle Ó Donovan National School stall and an array of ethical candles.
On arriving home the sheep were arriving in the field next door - they know their way but one had led them a merry dance apparently.