Paul's ranch is utterly, incredibly peaceful. Surrounded by the hills of Donegal, and overlooking a small valley, the beauty is magnificent. The smells of the grass, heather, clover, and flowers were like perfume. It was such a wonderful place to rest for a few days.
The tipi experience was amazing! It rained our whole last night, and we didn't have one drop of water in the tipi. The Lodge (containing the shower, toilet, and kitchen) is a wonderful place to camp out in the rain, talk, cook, eat, and share stories. The campfire ring was so thought-provoking, and the sounds of the sheep in the distance and the occasional whinnies of the horses were some of the best music I have heard in a long time. It is also a lot of fun to watch his dog herd the horses and race around the corral and paddock.
The entire experience had such a calming effect on us, and I am so sad to have reached the end of our visit. Staying with Paul was a highlight of our trip to Ireland, and if God grants us the favor of returning to Donegal, we will definitely be contacting Paul again.