Welcome to my new blog

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I created this blog at the suggestion of my niece Lizzie, a haven to share my Celtic dreams of spirit, Reiki, crystals, beach musings and whatever my Irish American mind has on it.  Welcome, I hope you will join me in a cup of tea and pop in from time to time to chat. Love, Pat


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