All points west

Since last posting I cycled from Armagh to Enniskillen, and then on to Sligo ( old stomping ground of the McKims) The variable Irish weather has continued, but thankfully only briefs showers rather than sustained rainfall. Blustery and cool.
Yesterday morning leaving Enniskillen the sun was so bright that I put on sunglasses for the first time. Thirty five minutes later at 9:15 the shades were being replaced by the rainjacket as a strong shower came through. I should have realised it was tempting fate to put them on!

Riding the bike usually feels good, and my technique I think works well. Some areas of excitement are dogs and large trucks. Periodically I arouse the interest of a farm/family hound who clearly wants to see me off the territory as quickly as possible. Its always a juddgement call as to the tactics surrounding each incident. On 2/3 occasions I've been on a downhill run so have been able to use momentum to outstrip the following canines - " in my dust suckers" is the line that comes to mind. yesterday however as I wheeled sedately past a house, there was a Rottweiller playing soccer, just like Levi. He immediately showed interest in me, but thankfully was quite happy to remain on his own lawn, and my heart reachedinto the back of my throat.
Large trucks are common, and always emit a prayer/cry of thanks when they successfully pass, leaving me upright and not flattened roadkill ( the unfortunate outcome for many small mammals I come across each day)

Well, I'm going to sign off as i'm still not entirely sure a) any one can read these b) anyone really cares, so thanks if you are among my fans, and I'll check in again in a few days.
From the west
HL