I was in Connemara yesterday and I took a walk around the grounds of GMIT Letterfrack. I found the Letterfrack Industrial School graveyard. Under the Industrial Schools Act (1888) the purpose of these schools was to ‘care for neglected, orphaned and abandoned children.’ The school opened its doors on 12th October 1887 under the management... Continue Reading →
A Slow Sunday at Belleek Castle
Slow adventure is the new thing these days and when it involves food it's even better. Basically it's about taking your time, meeting like-minded people and enjoying your surroundings and this sounded like just what I needed. So when I saw the Slow Food Mayo event at Belleek Castle in Ballina, Co. Mayo I had... Continue Reading →
Belleek Castle, Ballina, Co. Mayo
If you are looking for a hidden gem in Ireland, Belleek Castle is one of them. I love visiting places that have a wow factor, a place I will remember long after I've left. This place ticks all the boxes and I only went on a tour there. Nestled in Belleek Woods, a short drive... Continue Reading →
Rockin’ Food Festival Goes Green for 2019
The Rockin’ Food Festival, running Friday 2nd to Monday 5th August 2019, is thrilled to launch their “Rockin’ Green” campaign. This International Food Festival is taking giant steps toward sustainability by swapping out single use plastics, introducing waste management stations, hosting fun and educational events and encouraging food vendors and festival goers to get involved. The... Continue Reading →
Coming back to me
It's been a good week. I was contacted by some friends so I got to meet them for coffee and a much needed chat. Talking to others really does help in all things. I feel much more grounded than I had been, more together. I've learnt quite a lot about myself in the last month.... Continue Reading →
Thoughts on Friday
Yesterday was a real mixed bag of a day. Firstly I went to Tubbercurry for a Reiki treatment which I was delighted to win. I was so exhausted when I arrived to Tanya's clinic. You know the way you feel bone tired? I felt like my energy was completely gone. I've had Reiki a couple... Continue Reading →