Following the sun

I woke up at 5am yesterday morning and I was wide away so off I headed exploring...although this time I did wait until after 6am because I really don't like walking in the dark. I was going to head up Knocknarea but to be honest my legs haven't recovered from the Glencar walk yet so... Continue Reading →

Ups and downs

Ah hello insomnia again. If it wasn't raining I'd probably be out walking. Or if there was a chipper open I'd be there because I'm hungry. Actually there's a chocolate biscuit cake downstairs and I'm sure I can hear it calling me. Life is good at the moment...mostly. My summer job is at an end... Continue Reading →

Soilsigh

Today I went to an event that moved me and educated me. I didn't know much about human trafficking (or modern day slavery) but Soilsigh (to illuminate) told some of the stories of this awful exploitation. The stories were told through music, dance and art and was just so eye opening I would urge anyone... Continue Reading →

Glorious Glencar

Another night of insomnia so I decided to get up in the end instead of sitting in bed thinking of what ifs and what might have beens. I left the house in the dark at around 5am and headed to Glencar. I've always wanted to do the bog road walk up to the mountain so... Continue Reading →

Scribbles and snaps

Over the last week or so I've found myself putting down the computer and picking up a pencil. I love drawing, it's very relaxing and although the drawings aren't perfect I'm happy with them. It's a lifetime away from being told to quit art at school because I wasn't good enough.   There's no such... Continue Reading →

Monday Melancholy

It's been a busy week and I'm really tired today, probably the reason why I feel a bit out of sorts. I went to visit a friend last week and she took me to see the most beautiful village; Ardargh in County Longford. I'd seen signs for it on my way to Athlone and it... Continue Reading →

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