Digital Story... My Life in Pictures

Spending three weeks in Ireland was an amazing opportunity. Watch my digital story to see some of the highlights! 

Follow the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAx1ZGg2-Jk&feature=youtu.be

And that's a wrap on my Adventures in Ireland!

Thanks for following along :)
-ches


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