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and the area has more than 100 archaeological sites from ancient times

the piece evokes openness

ambition and trust in the journey ahead

being held and hugged is the first form of communication we encounter It remains as perhaps the most powerful form of communication throughout our lifetime

It's definitely an attitude to life which revolves around friendliness and a sense of fun (we call it 'craic') and a willingness to break into song at a seconds notice

Be still. Be here. howth and the area has moreOriginal Pastel painting on fine grain paper. The Japanese have a word komorebi which translates roughly to light filtering the leaves of trees. It highlights a Japanese appreciation for nature and the subtle beauty found in everyday moments. It encourages a focus on finding moments of light and beauty even when passing through difficult times. As a subject it reminds me that lifes brightness is not constant but dynamic, shifting with time,