Flann Fina mac Ossu

“ I found in Leinster the smooth and sleek,
from Dublin to Slewmargy's peak,
flourishing pastures, valour, health,
long-living worthies, commerce, wealth.
I found besides, from Ara to Glea,
in the broad rich country of Ossory,
sweet fruits, good laws for all and each,
great chess-players, men of truthful speech. ”