Day 1 Exploring Kilkenny in a daze.....

We made it, arrived this am at 0430 great flight but lost 5 hours and did not sleep so its like pulling an all nighter.  Needless to say not the best way to jump in a rental sitting on the opposite side of the car and driving on the left side of the road lucky for us it was early enough traffic was low.  Arriving in Dublin we now had to drive to Kilkenny our first destination about a 1.5 hr drive.  We both wondered how we would manage on no sleep but know we wanted to make the most of this.  We arrived in Kilkenny around 8 am and thought we'd take a chance on checking in early.  To our surprise the room was ready so after a nice breakfast it was nap time.   A quick 3 hours sleep and a short shower we hit the road on foot and explored Kilkenny.  The people are very friendly and go out of the way to welcome you.  We visited several historical sites shops and at the end of the day a pub for supper and entertainment.  I tried the local beer Smithwick and decided this is my favorite.  I have added today's pictures and will be off to bed.  Rob is sound asleep beside me and it is 922.  How all Is well will talk soon cyndisuexoxo. Some interesting trivia on the pub we ate at I included link if you are interested.  http://www.kytelersinn.com/dame-alice-kyteler.asp