I'm on a bit of a rant. I've been making the most of the nice weather and revisiting old haunts that I haven't seen for a while due to the restrictions. I've also continued painting. I've had a few comments though, all relating the amount of time I must have on my hands. It's getting... Continue Reading →
Thoughts about Strong Women
This topic has been buzzing around my head for a while now, I always find it I write about something it gets it out of my head and makes room for something else. My head is like one big bee hive, all the thoughts and ideas flying around - it's a busy place! Anyway I... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Another Sunday and another big jumble of thoughts. This week there was a big announcement about restrictions being eased, there is a name for it, pathway to something or other I think, but I can't remember. To be honest it strikes a fear in me. At this stage I think I'm institutionalised. I was out... Continue Reading →
The Village
I paid a return trip to the village in Glen Wood. This village is really no more than two or three cottages, it's hidden away in the middle of a forest and hasn't really gained much attention until recently. The forestry are doing some work around there so the place has been opened up, no... Continue Reading →
Ballina Community Radio Show – 25th April 2021
On this episode of Val's Afternoon Tea on BCRFM I tell you all about volunteering, including how it helped me get a job. I share stories from other volunteers too, and you can enjoy music from The Beatles, David Bowie, Starship and more. BCRFM Volunteering Show
Sunday Thoughts
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 →