Sligo is a real gem when it comes to independent shops, the Bookmart is just one of them. I love book shops and this is no exception. They have recently moved to a new shop on Bridge Street, next to the Gourmet Parlour - books and cake - sure what more could you want? I... Continue Reading →
Turning a Corner
Thank you to The Sligo Champion for publishing my article about my mental health issues this year, I know many readers aren't local so I'm also sharing the article on here. I hope it's of help. This year took me on a journey I never expected to go on. I never thought I had... Continue Reading →
The 12 Treats of Sligo
Well me and Lucy came up with an idea of our version of the 12 Pubs of Christmas featuring 12 Treats of Sligo. It seemed like a fantastic idea at the time but not so great for my figure or my bank balance, what started as 12 was rapidly expanding by the minute - like... Continue Reading →
20 Random Facts about me
I saw this idea on The Two Darlings and loved it so here are 20 random facts that you might not know about me: 1. I was almost called Valencia - due to where I was conceived - I know TMI, thankfully my dad put his foot down. 2. I was born in Hemel Hempstead in England... Continue Reading →
Taste Leitrim Winter Feast
 I went along to The Food Hub in Drumshanbo today for the Taste Leitrim Winter Feast Festival. The Food Hub is a fantastic initiative that houses various food producers.  I'm hoping to cover it in greater detail in the new year. The Winter Feast consisted of a producers market in the marquee, food talks and... Continue Reading →
Rathcormac and Rosses Point at Christmas
Sometimes things don't go to plan, I used to fight against those days now I just go with the flow and trust whoever is in charge who sometimes knows just what I need rather than what I want. I went along to Rathcormac Market today, I wasn't in the best form. I was back in... Continue Reading →