I know that I have quite a few creative people following the blog, and The Leitrim Design House Creative Conference might be something that you are interested in. It's taking place in Carrick on Shannon, and it's just €10 to attend, and that includes a light lunch. You'll also have the opportunity to hear from... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Happy Sunday, this week is an even better Sunday because it’s a bank holiday weekend for St. Patrick’s Day, so today feels like a Saturday. I keep waking up at around 6am, possibly due to the mornings getting lighter, or the birds tapping on the roof, or maybe I need my B12 levels checked. Anyway,... Continue Reading →
A Morning in Mayo: The Michael Davitt Museum, Ballylahan Castle, The Matchstick Man Grave, and More.
It’s been a long time since I’ve taken myself off exploring for a morning. I saw a post by Mayo North Tourism about a special offer at the Michael Davitt Museum for International Women’s Day. I’ve never been there, so it sounded like a plan. I left home bright and early, and off I went.... Continue Reading →
Step into Spring with a Season of Events at Strokestown Park!
Spring has sprung at Strokestown Park bringing with it a variety of events to suit all tastes. From live concerts to celebrating Irish heritage during Seachtain na Gaeilge, exploring history at the Famine Summer School, enjoying cosy music sessions at the Woodland Café, and Easter activities for the little ones – it's all happening at... Continue Reading →
From Italy to Ireland – In Conversation with Camilla Galbiati – Author and Business Owner
What I love most about having my podcast is the opportunity to talk to people and find out more about their lives. I don't have any preconceived questions, it's all very much off the cuff, and I find that the best way to allow the person to tell their story. Camilla Galbiati has a fascinating... Continue Reading →
24 Hours in Manchester
Last month (which seems like a lifetime ago) I took a trip to Manchester to see Magnum. I hadn’t been on a plane on my own since 2019, and I wasn’t sure how I would be. It was all good, and I was pleased with how well I did. It’s so handy having Ireland West... Continue Reading →