A little late but nothing to report

Heavy rain and lots of wind - the story of the day. Here in the southeast there wasn't too much out of the ordinary where I drove. Horror stories are emerging from parts west and northwest. Devastating Storm Amy left her mark.

I checked out of Minmore Mews, had a brief visit to Coolruss, then lunch in Bunclody with friends and checked into the Clody Lodge. It was my lucky parking day. Two cars ahead of me on the street, a vehicle pulled out of a spot handy to the lodge, so I pulled in.

I'm hoping to pull out soon, but am a bit nervous. The battery in the fob that I use to open doors and start the vehicle, is running out of charge. I've emailed Budget but had no reply. There is a "key" and I've googled how to use it. Wish me luck. I am not returning to Dublin airport for a battery. I don't have any idea how to get it out of the fob in any case. And maybe it's not replaceable in a corner store anyway.

Genealogy alert:

I had a conversation with Keith yesterday evening, in preparation for our meeting this morning (I said I was late posting this) and spent considerable time online looking for Whelans. They must also have enrolled in the Genealogy Protection Program because they didn't pop out of the records at all. I might be meeting some of the Whelan descendants who just might be cousins, and fingers crossed that they have information.

After a good night's sleep - in two phases because I just can't sleep through in one go - I'm finishing my coffee and will hit the road. Making the coffee taxed my addled brain but Charlie at the front desk came to my rescue. The pods were here, the water reservoir was filled and I couldn't get the pod to sit nicely in place to make my brew. Charlie to the rescue. I had the right idea, almost, but wasn't sure how hard I needed to press to close the "lid." Even Charlie had to make some adjustments and he assured me that at least 50% of customers have the same issue. Suitably caffeinated, and all packed up, I'm about to consult Ms Google for directions to Athy.

It's a bit overcast with some sun promised for the afternoon. Then again, it's a bit hard to tell from my hotel room window. I have a complete view of the wall of the building beside this one with a glimpse of sky above. There is no rain falling right now. Ah well, the storm has passed and I don't expect any washouts on the road ahead.

Slan