Strandhill It's been a fabulous week weather wise and I finally got to the sea - not once but twice! The first visit was a socially distanced coffee with a friend. I love meeting this lady, she understands me and it's so lovely not to be second guessing myself before I speak....and not to come... Continue Reading →
Ballina Community Radio Show 11th April
If you missed my radio show on Ballina Community Radio 11th April 2021, you can listen back below. There's a mix of music including Culture Club, Steps, Kaiser Chiefs and more (and I even sing briefly - sorry!) The members of Mayo Naturally told me the places they are looking forward to visiting in Mayo... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Disconnection. In a world were we are so connected with technology we are becoming more and more disconnected.
Easter Weekend 2021
So far in this strange lockdown world Easter has been all about food, naturally. Now that Achonry Farmers Market is back on Saturday mornings usually means a visit there and onwards to From the Ground Up 2020 in Tubbercurry. I enjoy going to both, there's always something delicious to buy - and not always cakes,... Continue Reading →
Riverside Memories
I was walking down by the Garavogue River in Sligo town recently (from the bank to my car in case anyone gives out that I wasn't on essential business). It got me thinking about my memories connected to the river. I remembered the wonderful fireworks at the finale of the Fleadh Cheoil. That event took... Continue Reading →
Val’s Afternoon Tea on Ballina Community Radio
If you missed my show on Sunday 28th April, 2020 you can listen back here. It's an all request show so there is a bit of everything, including The Saw Doctors, The Beatles, and some 80s hits, plus more. If you want to find out about BCRFM you can find them here: http://bcrfm.ie/