It’s overcast today, but the rain has dissipated. This afternoon I head out for a walk towards Merrion Square and end up making a few criss-crossing laps around the park to get in some steps for the day.
Tree blossoms are beginning to appear:
Views of the Georgian architecture surrounding Merrion Square:
A view down a deserted side street:
A shot of the shamrock-ornamented iron gate surrounding Leinster House (seat of Irish national parliament) seen in the background:
The Chamber of Commerce with a rainbow painted door and multi-ethnic hands:
In the news today: Ireland is once again ranked #2 in The Economist’s Global Food Security Index, with Finland retaining the #1 spot. There are some fascinating, interactive charts on the website that allow you to drill into the various criteria. Listed below are the 12 strengths that contributed to Ireland’s rank. Pretty cool stuff!
Until next time….
