July 6 - B&Bs

(John) I want to say a few words about the last two B&B's we stayed in. The Anchor Inn - our home base in Dublin City, was a beautiful Georgian merchant's house just one block from the old Customs House, and four blocks from the Temple Bar - the dining and music center of Dublin. I loved the customary Irish breakfast as served by the proprietors. It included blood pudding, beans and toast, not to mention eggs, sausage and more. A perfect start for a long day of walking.

In Kilkenny we stayed only one night at Butler Court - a small inn with only eight rooms. Breakfast was of the simple continental variety, but it was the host and the room that were impressive. The marble, glass and tile bathroom was the finest we have stayed in so far. Wood floors and cabinetry only added to the feeling of relaxation and comfort. Finally, Yvonne, our human host, and Frisky, the family dog, were both immediately warm and welcoming - not to mention talkative. I wish we could have stayed one more night.