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| Date: 2/21/00 Comments: Hullo...I just finished visiting your fun storyteller site, and I've put your banner on my links page. Here's the URL to my site: http://www.angelfire.com/wa2/seasons/index.html Name: Kathie |
| Date: 12/3/99 Comments: Thank you for having me in. I truly enjoyed myself. Please keep the fires lit. Name: Avalon P.S remember what the door mouse said. |
| Date: 11/29/99 Comments: I enjoyed very much your site on Hugh Maguire. My 9th generation grandfather, Brian Maguire of Tempo, was one of two brothers of Hugh II. The book "The Fermanagh Story" by Peader Livingstone, published in Belfast in 1969 shows my two brothers and I as the last living members of the Junior, or Tempo, line of Maguire's. We have added to that since, with my two sons and one grandson. I plan to return and spend some additional time going through your beautiful site. God bless. Name: Robert Charles Maguire Response: I am honored. It is such a pleasure to hear from people who are proud descendants of the Irish chieftains (even when some disagree with my art depictions). For those who care, I do all the research available, to learn how they might have looked. I always use models who are Irish, or of Irish descent. I go wrong, I suppose, in the clothing. That is more to do with my love of faces and little patience to dwell on clothing details. I'll try to change that in future work. |
| Date: 11/27/99 Comments: Love it Name: Ken |
| Date: 11/05/99 Comments: I think your website is GREAT! It has alot of cool stuff. Keep up the good work. Name: samantha b. |
| Date: 11/04/99 Comments: I am both an Irish history teacher and a storyteller. One of my students sent me your site address. Have only gone through Finn's birth, but have found this tale to be very well done. Congratulations on a great undertaking. Name: Tom Slattery |
| Date: 10/31/99 Comments: This is an interesting site. The research and work put into it shows and I appreciate your time and my sister for sending me the address. Blessings. Name: Sinead Thank you. I do love history, stories and music. Especially Irish history, stories and music. It is a blessing indeed. Happy Samhain. |
| Date: 10/29/99 Comments: This is a brilliant site. I myself tell many stories from Ireland's famous storyteller and actor Eamonn Kelly. I found the site most informative and interesting. I would like to develop my interest in Irish folklore and this guide allows me to explore the early history of this ancient but still captivating art. I know for instance America is going back very much to theatre and storytelling. I would love some more information on events or schedules that are happening in Ireland or the rest of Europe in this field. Name: Tim Evens Response: It would be a worthwhile project, I believe, to have a gathering of some kind. Maybe it is something that can be done in the near future. Maybe here on the site. Any ideas? |
| Date: 10/23/99 Comments: You have a lovely site...loved everything...good work...even loved the butterfly cursor :-)...I'll be back. Name: Lisa |
| Date: 9/16/99 Comments: http://www.fortunecity.com/millennium/jamie/121/ Name: Grame Response: Thanks for sending the URL to the site. I really enjoyed the visit. Keep up the good work. |
| Date: 9/8/99 Comments: Wonderful, wonderful website and so well presented. I am just about 79 yrs old, of Irish parents who instilled in me a love of all things Irish, and I truly appreciate all your efforts. I have been spending countless hours with my PC and all the beautiful websites to Ireland. Many thanks!! Name: Jo M. Zwick Response: Many thanks for visiting. One of these days I will be able to add more. I hope very soon. An Irish blessing on you. |
| Date: 8/30/99 Comments: I am Clan Chief of the Clan O'Lorcain. Unbroken descent of the O'Lorcain (Larkin, Lorcan, etc.) as well as the Clan Hogan through one of Brian Boru's uncles. Brian's father was kinsmen of the O'Lorcain Clan (septs). I invite you to visit our websites at: http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Troy/3869/ http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Ithaca/2540/ Through these pages you can link to all of our pages. Name: Jimmie Lee Robins. Response: I will visit the sites with pleasure. Thanks for pointing me there. |
| Date: 8/26/99 Comments: I am amazed that there is a lite hearted site, that might even open up a sense of culture in our children--GREAT SITE! I would like to know if you have anything on Cinneide. Either father or nephew of Brian Mac Kennedy (BORU). Name: Clayton Response: Brian was son of the chieftain Cinneide (helmet head). The Kennedy clan descends from Dunchaun, brother or nephew (I'm not certain which was considered the original bearer of the name) of Brian Boru. I don't have much about him except for the words of the poet, "The race of our Dunchain who through valour, obtained the land without dispute." Click on the link to the O'Brian genealogy sites and you might find more. Thanks for stopping in and the encouraging comments.--Dove. |
| Date: 8/19/99 Comments: Thank you for a delightful visit. I was searching for a site to help me locate possible Irish pen pals or e-pals...no found...but this was very, very lovely. Thank you for the jolt of Irish spirit. Name: KKing |
| Date:8/8/99 Comments: Excellent! I enjoyed it very much. Thank you. Name: Christopher F. Walsh Jr. |
| Date: 7/23/99 Comments: Slan leat! (greetings). This is a wonderful Celtic site. I really love the page on Eire. Beannachd Dhe leat! (may the blessings of God attend you). Name: Fiona O'Rourke |
| Date: 7/20/99 Comments: Great site well done. I am mighty impressed. It is great to see people of Irish decent with such an interest in their culture. Na r lagai Dia thu (more power to you). Sorry about the fadas. Slan. Name: Laura O'Reilly |
| Date: 7/5/00 Comments" I have a few books of Irish stories, but some are questionable. This site is fantastic. I now have traditional stories to tell at night around the fire to the young people. Thank you. Name: Robert G. Grimley |
| Date: 6/26/99 Comments: Scota was one of the daughters of the last King of the Israelites Sedekiah. The stories of the ancient origins of the Irish were rewritten in the 12th and 13th centuries to fit the Roman lie that the Israelites had been replaced as YaHWeH (Gods) people by the church of Rome. The Tuatha na Dannan were the Tribe of Dan of Israel. They went directly across Europe after their release from Assyrian captivity around 700BC eventually to Ireland. They brought the spear of Finias with them, the spear Phineas in the Bible slew the race mixers with staying the plague on Israel. The Milesians were the last Israelites to get to Ireland, they were known as Sythians and the Scoloti by the Greeks and Romans. Some of the Scoloti went from Ireland to what became Scotland. In the Declaration of Arbroath 1320 otherwise known as the Scottish Declaration of Independence it is stated that the Scots are Israel and journeyed through the barbarous natives of Spain to Scotland. Incidentally they were called Scoloti after a King of theirs. The Hebrew believed they went to SHEOL after death, the Celts believed they went to SHEOL, too, modern Irish spelling seal. the Royal Blue and Saffron are the colours of the Royal County of Meath, home of the Seat of the Kings of Ireland TARA. They are the Royal Colours of the House of David, too, as in the blue and yellow Star of David. the Harp, as in King David's is the National Emblem of Ireland. Name: John Lane |
| Date: 6/26/99 Comments: Informative site, great stories! Name: Steven Zimmerman |
| Date: 6/11/99 Comments: My grandfather is Red Hugh. Granted, great, great.....grandfather. Nonetheless, I wonder what has become of the O'Donnell Castle? Does the state have ownership? I am so pleased to find this site. Thank you again, for this site, especially the O'Donnell pages. Name: Julia Response: I visited Donegal (the O'Donnell) castle in March. The photos were taken by me. People are free to wander through on their own, or take a tour. You can see Red Hugh's signature on a document enclosed behind a glass. It was thrilling. Thank you for your comments. And, if you go, the Castle Restaurant across the street is not to be missed! |
| Date: 5/1/99 Comment: Wonderful site. The graphics and music make it come alive. Thank you. Name: Geraldine Lytle Martinez |
| Date: 4/29/99 Comments: Great site! As a literature major, and of Irish blood meself, I enjoyed the site. Name: Ruth Barmore |
| Date: 4/27/99 Comments: I'm doing a project for school on different cultures and this web site was very helpful. Thanks! Name: S.C. |
| Date: 4/24/99 Comments: Loved it! I'll return here often! ;) Name: Shannon Lorenz |
| Date: 4/9/99 Comments: (given as a p.s) Your site is a real treat, a wonderful experience. Name: Robbie Sloan |
| Date: 4/6/99 Comments: This web site is sooooo awesome!!!!!!! I used it to help me with my homework, and it helped a lot! Thanx Name: Alicia O'Brian |
| Date: 4/2/99 Comments: Interesting content. Very artistic. However, I could do without the music. Name: Derek Response: The music is an integral part of the site as it is in the life of the Irish. If it were removed the pleasure for most visitors would be diminished. I, personally, would feel a loss. All the same, I hope you will visit again and turn your sound button down or off. |
| Date: 3/31/99 Comments: Thanks for your most intriguing site! As with most treasures I find, it was quite by accident that I found this one. Perhaps you or some of your "readers" being of a "literary bent" can answer a question for me. I have searched the net in vain for information on the Irish poet David O'Bruadair. Where can I find his works? Name: Roger Brothers Response: I'll see if I can find out something for you. If anyone has any information, please let me know and I will post it. |
| Date: 3/27/99 Comments: Very good in all aspects! Name: James Dedow |
| Date: 3/27/99 Comments: Love it! I'm of Irish descent and it means a lot to be able to access some of the history! Name: Sharon |
| Date: 3/26/99 Comments: Hello! As a graduation requirement we have to produce a project based on any topic that we choose. I choose to study Ireland's culture and history. This web-site was awesome! Thanks for your help! Name: Caitlen McCarthy Place: New Hampshire |
| Date: 3/25/99 Comments: Excellent! I'll be going to Ireland this summer mainly for the myth and storytelling. I was delighted with the presentation and information your site gave. Name: Suzanne Donovan |
| Date: 3/21/99 Comments: Extraordinary artwork and graphics, very informative site, quite useful pronunciation guides. Thanks! Name: TDKerst |
| Date: 3/18/99 Comments: you have a most charming site. Very artistic as well. I will be back as I have bookmarked your site. Name: Barbara Williams Site: http://www.imagelair.com |
| Date: 3/17/99 Comments: A wonderful site full of fascinating information. The pictures and use of graphics are superb, as well. Happy St. Patrick's Day! Name: Barbra & Marjorie McBride |
| Date: 2/16,1999 Comments: Thank you for such an inviting site!! I come from a long line of Fedighans, O'reillys, Hickeys, etc.... and I love hearing about my ancestry, and about Ireland in general... I miss Ireland a lot, but will be back someday soon. Name: Rebecca Reply: I don't blame you for wanting to return. I have just this day returned from my trip there. The sun was bright, the wind chilly and the people warm and friendly. What an experience! |
| Date: 2/22/99 Comments: Lots of fun and IRISH color!! Name: DANIEL O'NEILL |
| Date: 2/20/99 Comments: Great Site....my four year old is obsessed by Fionn. A perfect site...hurry up chapter 2. Name: Trisha Ziff From: Mexico City |
| Date: 2/17/99 Comments: I am glad that I stumbled upon this page. I look forward to showing it to my two young nieces, Collen and Caitlin. Name: John Carey (Sean O'Ciardha) |
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| Date: 2/14/99 Comments: Looks interesting. We'll be back. Name: Linda (O'Hanlon) Lorenz |
| Date: 2/5/99 Comments: BEAUTIFUL-loved it...Expect a lot of site visits from upstate New York..Are you in Ireland? Art student? Art Professor? Your work is tasteful, original. a delight! Name: Margaret Response: I'm just an ordinary person. Thank you for your comments. I hope to come back renewed and ready to complete many tasks languishing on the work-table. (I'm working on some new projects, too) |
| Date: 1/26/99 Comments: Thank you, this is wonderful; the music alone is worth the visit, and the stories are very entertaining. I am anxiously awaiting the 2nd chapter of Fionn Mac Cumhail, His Youth,. Will it be a while yet? Name: Jim Reply: I am nothappy with several of the adventures in, His Youth--and how they read. I'm working on it. |
| Date: 1/23/99 Comments: Thank you very much & great HEIL from a Russian student. You majestic "homepage" made me feel this true Celtic atmosphere; being little crazy about history & pagan culture, enjoying dust of the ages, I think it is a present to find such a well of knowledge. A real treasure! Name: )-(illitroo T |
| Date: 1/18/99 Comments: Merry Meet! Grand web site. Curious if you know of any Irish, Welsh, Scottish, or Celtic values that I can use with my school children? Name: Cleo McGregor |
| Date: 1/16/99 Comments: ..a marvelous find and a breath of fresh air with beautiful graphics. Name: Owen Brennan |
| Date: 1/16/99 Comments: This place is delightful. I'll be back to visit with my grandchildren. Thanks for the pleasant surprise. Name: Janet Carey |
| Date: 1/10/99 Comments: This site is indeed fantastic. I have bookmarked it and will be visiting it often. Good work!!!!!! Name: Daniel T. Daley |
| Date: 1/9/99 Comments: A very informative and entertaining site. A good site for young people. I will use this to enlighten my grandson about his ancestors. I also plan to use this with my class. Name: Mrs. Patricia Lawson |
| Date: 12/28/98 Comments: This is a beautiful site. I haven't had many opportunities to read of any legends of Ireland, and appreciate the opportunity to do so. It is inspiring and romantic, thank you. Name: Heather Lynn |
| Date: 12/25/98 Comments: Vonda, we wish you a Merry Christmas! Thank you for sharing your special stories with us. We really enjoyed it. Name: Melanie, Jayne, Marsha and Alison |
| Date: 12/17/98 Comments: Your site is very well worth the waiting time for the downloading to finish!! It is a beautiful, well-managed and well-kept site! It is a blessing for all of us Irish-folk to be presented in such a stylish, beautiful manner! A thousand thanks to you and your wonderful family!! Name: Sue Swiech |
| Date: 12/17/98 Comments: A wonderful website! It charmed me right from the beginning and I've recommended it to all my friends. Name: Denise |
| Date: 12/11/98 Comments: Vonda, you are a magician with presentation and content. Name: Braxton Perry Site: http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Gorge/2535/index.html |
| Date: 12/8/98 Comments: Beautifully done! I have so enjoyed your stories and artwork. I hope you and yours are well. Name: Lara Reply: Hi Lara, and thank you. It's nice to hear from you, again. (Please send me your new e-mail address). |
| Date: 12/6/98 Comments: Your site is wonderful! Magical. Name: Jean Anderson |
| Date: 12/2/98 Comments: Finally, I'm feeling Irish. Name: Maria Paola Vercesi |
| Date: 12/2/98 Comments: Great site. I've bookmarked it for my nephews. Name: Elizabeth Beckers |
| Date: 11/30/98 Comments: A most wonderful page you have. Name: Danel F.P. Gallagher and Ruth Tully Boylan |
| Date: 11/28/98 Comments: Thank you for a wonderful journey through your site. You truly have "The Gift" of the "Irish", a silver-tongue. I am anxious to read chapter two, FIONN MAC CUMHAIL, His Youth, or the rest of the story. Thanks again. Name: J.E. Gavin |
| Date: 10/29/98 Comments: Thank you so very much. You have made my night. I am an Irish soul that was looking for Samhain. I appreciate the effort and am well pleased this evening. I travel to Eire each year, twice this year. All the best Name: Colleen K. Dodt Author of: The Essential Oils Book and The Natural Baby Care Book. |
| Date: 10/26/98 Comments: I found your site very inspiring and entertaining in what would otherwise have been a boring evening. Name: Wesley Johnston Site: http://members.xoom.com/irel Reply: This is a good site for anyone interested in Northern Ireland. |
| Date: 10/19/98 Comments: Love your site! I enjoy learning what I can about the Irish history. I wish you a long and happy life on the web!!! Name: John Weber |
| Date: 9/12/98 Comments: Wonderful site, I enjoyed every bit of it, especially the folklore and stories. I too wish your daughter and her husband a safe and prosperous journey and may God speed them back to you. Thanks for visiting the Castle and for your warm remarks. Name: Graham Site: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Ranch/7104/index.html Reply: I recommend visiting the McCorquodale Castle Site. I had a great time visiting. |
| Date: 9/9/98 Comments: Congratulations on the Three Shamrock Doras Award. Name: Barbara Green Reply: Thanks Barbara. Hope you have survived the hurricane. |
| Date: 9/1/98 Comments: Many thanks to ye. I have most enjoyed these fine things you have shown me. I wish for more. Fine stories, fine music, all that's missing is the poteen. Name: Chip McNally |
| Date: 8/24/98 Comments: This web site was great. I love coming back to it as it is invigorating. The set out is breath taking and I think it is wonderful. I recommend it to everyone, as I think it is fab. Name: Jaci Ryan From: Perth |
| Date: 8/26/98 Comments: Well organized and wonderfully illustrated. As a teacher, I know I will come back to this site time and again to find new stories to round out my language arts classes. I look forward to seeing this site expand, both in terms of the number of stories and the range of age groups represented. Thanks for adding a bright gem to a sometimes dark cyber world. Name: Andrew M. Austin |
| Date: 8/21/98 Comments: It is a joy to see your beautiful web-site. It's really deserving of the award. Thanks! From an Irish lassie across the sea. Name: Nancy McCleary Miller |
| Date: 8/10/98 Comments: What a terrific site. Well done. I hope it grows into the best Irish source on the web. Congratulations! Name: Phillip Maguire |
| Date: 8/2/98 Comments: What an excellent site you have. Keep up the good work. Name: Jim Maguire Site: http://www.cris.com/~Maguire/ |
| Date: 8/2/98 Comments: I search the web a lot for Irish sites and information and your page is so warm and friendly that it welcomes one to visit, sit, read and enjoy. You did well on Aoda Rua, but you would expect me to like the story of the O'Donnells. Thank you for allowing me to visit and enjoy your page. It is a bright light in the cyberworld. Name: Bill O'Donnell Site: http://www.geocities.com/BourbonStreet/2658 |
| Date: 8/1/98 Comments: Good for YOU, Vonda! Congratulations on your award. Your website is a treasure. Name: Irene Gresick Site: http://www.premiere-editions.com/ |
| Date: 7/23/98 Comments: Attractive website, Vonda. It looks as though you have a strong interest in Celtic culture. You might enjoy my friend Shinann's Celtic links page. Name: Jennifer Furey Shinann's Site: http://geocities.com/Paris/LeftBank/4352/celts.htm |
| Date: 7/22/98 Comments: Have you thought of presenting this to the schools for educational classes--World History is one class I could think of that it should be included in. Wonderful work! Name: Barbara Green From: Texas |
| Date: 7/22/98 Comments: The Artwork is fabulous. My boss thinks so too! See you at the wedding. Name: Sylvia LaVoie From: Oregon |
| Date: 7/10/98 Comments: I think it is great! I have my own story to add soon if interested. Name: Cathy O'Neil Response: I'm interested! We can't go too long without having the O'Neil-O'Neill clan represented. |
| Date: 7/02/98 Comment: Vonda, are you a magician? The site, the stories, and the artwork are combined to reveal a wonderful people and culture. To the uninitiated, it is insightful and enlightening. To the informed, there is the sense of being able to revisit one's childhood and the warmth of old tales. Thank you. Brilliant. Name: Barbara Green |
| Date: 06/23/98 Comment: I think that this story site was very informational and I liked the pictures a lot. (age 14) Name: Nick LaVoie From: Oregon City, Oregon |
| Date: 06/18/98 Comment: Vonda, mo chara, you've done a beautiful job with this web site! Your storytelling and art talents are phenomenally creative! Name: Sudie From: USA |
| Date: 06/08/98 Comment: A beautiful web site with intriguing art work and stories. I look forward to seeing more! Name: Steve Winn From: Portland, Oregon |
| Date: 06/07/98 Comment: Es bueno, muy bueno! Bono traballar. Name: Guillermo Madero From: Miami, Florida |
| Date: 06/07/98 Comment: Congratulations on the site. Nice artwork. Name: Mike From: Portland, Oregon |
| Date: 06/12/98 Comments: It looks very well done, but I have to admit that I am not much of an Irish Celt fan. Sorry. Name: none Response: Thank you for the compliment, then. The intent of the site is to add to our rich legacy of stories from all cultures. Your comment validates the work. |
| Date: 06/08/98 Comment: Nice webpage!!! I really liked it... Name: none |