Carry a little piece of Ireland wherever you go. There’s something wonderfully calming about reading a poem outdoors. A quiet garden, a sunny porch, your favourite chair, or a walk with a cup of tea nearby ~ sometimes just a few carefully chosen words can transport you somewhere else entirely. In recent years, I’ve fallen in love with poetry again. I once heard someone describe poets as wordsmiths ~ people who can paint vivid pictures and stir deep emotions using remarkably few words. I thought that was such a beautiful way to describe what poetry does. This charming little collection brings together more than 90 much-loved Irish poems from some of Ireland’s best-known writers. Whether you’re discovering Irish poetry for the first time or returning to old favourites, it’s the perfect companion for quiet moments and slow afternoons. Every couple of years I love to include a poetry collection in MyIrelandBox because I believe poetry has a special way of helping us slow down, reflect, and feel closer to Ireland’s landscape, history and spirit. If you missed it in one of our boxes ~ or simply want an extra copy for yourself or someone you love ~ I’m delighted to offer it here. Slip it into your handbag, keep it beside your favourite chair, or take it with you on your next adventure. Ireland is never more than a page away.