The Cliffs of Moher

Clare County

 May, 2024

Don’t ever say the R word in Ireland. I was so lucky to come here on a bright sunny day and my heart goes out to all the disappointed photographers before me. I had already suffered enough on the 2 hour windy bus tour, I couldn’t imagine being poured on. If you are planning to see the cliffs, I recommend going in May; this is the least rainy season in Ireland, but also be ready to take on the weather. This precipitation-less experience is a bit scarce, so I hope you appreciate these photos for what they are; a rarity.



The Cliffs of Moher cascade into crashing ocean waves.

Its meadows soft and delicate resting above.

A mystical formation invokes wonder on a roaming soul.

When still, one can become enchanted by the ancient folklore of other worldly beings that once resided here.

In Gaelic, Moher translates to “Mather”,

from the ruined defensive fort that guarded against the horizon beyond.

It sits at the southern most point of the cliffed coast above Hag’s Head,

Hag’s Head is a rock formation believed to be what is left of an old sea witch, she tragically died jumping to claim the Irish demigod that didn’t reciprocate her affection.

Hag’s Head

What remains of the sea witch is called Hag’s head

Where the old Mal Malby,

fell to her death.

Obsessive love she chased ever blindly.

for Warrior Cú Chulainn

who didn’t care slightly,

He jumped to escape

the wind didn’t race

her step to death untimely

Hope you enjoyed the Cliffs of Moher.

More on my Ireland adventures soon!