Last night's "accomplishments"

Well, I made a tentative map once again (I think this is my 3rd attempt), detailing our overnight stops and top tourist attractions.  We've decided to try to hit up the southern part of the country, as the only thing we really heard was interesting in the northern part was Giant's Causeway, which we heard was neat, but underwhelming.

Here's the map:

I also got around to scanning my drivers' license and credit cards for safety purposes (in case they are lost or stolen along the trip.).  I also printed out 2 applications for an IDP (International Drivers Permit) and filled them out.  Our big dilemma is now that our closest AAA location is an hour away, and not open on the weekends.  If we mail the applications in, we may not get the cards back before our trip (4-6 weeks they say it takes).  However, if we go to a location, they say you can go home with them.  So....we're going to try to make a mad dash to Mankato after work some night (once I get my passport) to get them done before 5:30pm, when the site closes.

I'm feeling MUCH less overwhelmed about the trip now, and just getting more and more excited about it all! 

I did some light research on the Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle last night, and it's hard not to be excited when I realize I get to GO there in a little over 5 weeks :)

I CAN'T WAIT!!