The Emerald Isle - Part 1

I'm not dead. Just been having a blast in Ireland! Today is my last day here and later on I fly to Germany to see my grandparents for a few weeks. I haven't done the whole flikr thing yet, so these pictures are just a sample of what I've taken so far.

Now, Ireland. OMG I love it! And the weather has been FANTASTIC! Even the receptionist says this is unusual. We've been here 3 days and it has been bright, sunny and warm the whole time! Not a drop of rain in sight! We arrived tuesday morning after an uneventful flight. Our room wasn't ready yet so we checked out the area and then had breakfast. I'm in love with the idea of an Irish Cooked Breakfast. Bacon, eggs, toast, sausages. Mmmmmmm.

This is post part 1, mainly Dublin city and the sights I've seen there. Yesterday we did a tour to lovely Malahide Castle and the surrounding coast lines, which were absolutely stunning! But those will have to wait for another post in a few days.

I'd like to thank you all so much for your warm wishes about my trip! It really touched me when I logged onto blogger this morning and saw so many wonderful comments! Also to my new followers that I've gained, welcome and thank you all so much! I promise to catch up and read all your blogs in the coming days!

Outside of Dublin Castle, now used as Government offices

Dublin Castle, one used as "Ladies waiting rooms"

Dublin Castle, Throne Room. The last person to sit here was in 1911

Temple Bar area of Dublin, pedestrian zone with lots of pubs and restaurants

Henry Street shopping area

The River Liffey

O'Connell Steet, main street Dublin, momument of famous Dubliner killed in rebellion

Parnell Street, location of hotel

Look for Part 2 of "The Emerald Isle" to follow!