the Warmth of Ireland
For a country that has had decades of tumultuous uprisings, wars and outdated standards (divorce was legalized only 12-15 years ago), coupled with weather that even this Portland-Oregon-veteran considers cold for the month of May (the three weeks we've been here it has probably hit a high of 56 degrees) it is truly amazing how the Irish will welcome us with genuine warmth, inclusion and graceful hospitality.
Our rental car has broken down twice... and the extent people have gone to in order to help is humbling. Proprietors of any business are quick to greet, help and check-in to make sure you know which way you're going. We have found ourselves more than a few times having "another round" because leaving would just seem so impolite in the midst of such great conversations.
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