Photo was taken at Rathcooney, near Cork (Irl)

These draghounds are chasing a scent and cover large areas of ground at great speed. This scent is put down before the dogs race and can cover an area of many miles. The dogs are incredibly fit and jumping ditches like the one in our photo becomes very easy for them. The first dog home wins the race and there is always great excitement at the finishing line with every owner shouting and encouraging their dog home.

‘Life is like a cup of tea. It depends on how you make it.’ ~Author Unknown
When it comes to making the tea there are so many traditions. Some like it quick and instant, throwing the bag into the cup and hoping for a quick cup. The scalding of the tea pot is one that seems to guarantee a nicer cup. Some like it strong, some very weak and some middle of the road. Like tea, life depends on how we make it. Our attitude, our approach and our value system all make a difference. If we’re going to sit back and hope that everything might come lucky then we are going to be disappointed. If we don’t put in the effort we’re also going to be let down. Each day is God’s precious gift to us. Like making a cup of tea its up to us to make the most of it.