Gray Day

     So they weren't kidding when they say it rains in Ireland. I woke up this morning at about 6:30 and it wasn't raining, by 10 it started and has yet to stop. Thankfully it hasn't been a torrential down pour, but it certainly has been consistent. The sun has yet to appear. Yesterday at church I met Mandy who's originally from Texas. She calls it the depressing gray, it looms for most days. When Katie went to Sweden she spoke about not seeing the sun and how exciting it was when it finally made an appearance. I now understand what she meant and can certainly relate to the excitement of even a glimpse of sunshine.
    Today was the first day of classes. On my schedule I only had archaeology: The creation of medieval castles, but for some reason the class wasn't held. I wasn't too upset because I had to be on campus anyway to turn in a Sociology form. In order to get into seminars, which are smaller class sizes, you must wait in line to turn in an application. Only a handful of seats are available, thankfully I was only 5th in line so I think I should be able secure the spot I need.
     The rain has been kind of a downer and miserable to walk in, however the highlight of today was finding a Charity Shop in the business park where I live. On my way home from class I stopped in to see what they had. I found several very vibrant colored sweaters that I would like to purchase. They were also selling used blankets, towels and sheet...kind of sketch, but I'll take the sweaters :  )
     Since arriving on Tuesday I've had constant headaches. At first I chalked it up to traveling, thinking they would soon subside. However, they continued the first couple days. So then I thought maybe they were due to being in a new environment and being a little overwhelmed, but they've still continued. I believe it's because of my pillow. At home I sleep on an ergonomic pillow and here I have a small flat one. Advil and Aleve are not doing anything so I think the pillow is the culprit. This is how I feel about walking in the rain with headaches

     So I may be cold and damp with headaches, but let's be serious I'm in Ireland. I really have nothing to complain about. With my 30 minute walk to campus I plan on listening to Mark Driscoll sermons. Exciting news I found out that The Crane (my new favorite pub) plays trad music every Tuesday night. Which is grand because I don't have class on Wednesdays. During church they said there was a bible study Wednesday mornings so I might check that out. Time for dinner. 

With Love from Galway