Rainbows aren't only for Leprechauns Anymore

Ireland is beautiful.  We all know that fact, from personal experience or through pictures and movies.  Being here for the first time has proven to me that while it may be green and lush, it also is gray.  I have seen blue sky for approximately 10 minutes in the two days I've been here.  If I didn't know that the sun does in fact shine, I would question it in Galway.  However I also think that that fact is the reason that all of their houses and buildings are painted a variety of fun colors.  Walking down any street - main tourist area or back road - you see each home or business a unique color, even if they are all part of one structure.  The streets are a mixed up rainbow, with walls, trim, doors and signs all different but somehow complementary.  Their fishing boats follow the same pattern, and the colors make me smile as I walk along the waterfront.  Here are a few photos for your enjoyment.

My first look at Ireland through the clouds!

The only bit of blue sky in two days, but a rainbow of houses!

An out of service fishing boat.

The weather is quite cool - long sleeves, sweatshirts and scarves required, especially when on the waterfront.  I hope those of you sweating it out in 100+ degree weather aren't too jealous!  More to report after a trip to the Cliffs of Moher tomorrow!