Yesterday I had to do a mad dash around the shops as due to the move there wasn't a thing in the house. I am usually very organised - but this year that went out the window. I got up early, thinking I was being so sensible, only to realise everyone else had the same... Continue Reading →
It doesn’t look like Christmas
It looks like Christmas outside but there is hardly a sign of it here in our new home. We are drowning in a sea of boxes. The tree has been moved from room to room and there's no sign of it going up anytime soon. I've overdosed on bleach fumes from cleaning but at least... Continue Reading →
Getting things straight
This evening this comment was left on my blog: Val aren’t you supposed to indicate when you’re being compensated for a post or product placement on your blog or twitter feed? You seem to promote a lot of goods and services. Some are probably things that you like but others must be for compensation. ... Continue Reading →
Making Ireland Click
Making Ireland Click is a new four-part television series aimed at promoting digital literacy in Ireland. Episode 1 will be broadcast on Monday 31 October at 7:30pm on RTÉ One. There is also a Social Media Campaign encouraging people to #HaveTheTalk and help someone who may need some guidance about taking the first step online. We all had... Continue Reading →
The Other Man in my Life
I don't often post about the other man in my life. He's the strong, silent type but always on hand to take me off on an adventure and he never complains about my singing. This morning was all about him. I have to admit I was a bag of nerves as I watched him being put... Continue Reading →
Flavours of the World in Sligo
Yes once again it's all about food! Saturday I paid a visit to Beltra Country Market. It's one of my favourite markets in Sligo - with such a friendly atmosphere - and of course Marguerite's Famous Beetroot Burgers! Most Saturdays there are various workshops taking place at the market. Last week there was an Indonesian/Suriname... Continue Reading →