I was out exploring with Sarah from Derelict Nation. This beautiful building was once a convent and in more recent years a nursing home. There is a follow up blog post here. There were a lot of things I wanted to say but I'm aware that people who may have stayed here or family members... Continue Reading →
Following on from my other blog post about The Mill Apartment, Ballisodare. I went back again today in the company of Sarah, who writes 'Derelict Nation'. We took some more photos and had a look around the place. I really can't begin to describe how I felt looking at the apartments. It really sent shivers... Continue Reading →
I have seen various blogs and photos about The Mill Apartments but I wanted to go and see for myself. I drive passed this place almost every day. It was built on the site of the old Avena Mill which was once owned by the Pollexfen family. You can read more about it on Sligo... Continue Reading →
I was looking at Flickr the other day and found some great images of our derelict nation which led me to the blog. It really is interesting and there are some great images on it. It makes you wonder why some people leave their homes with family photographs in them or tea towels still hanging up... Continue Reading →
When we first moved to Sligo there was a lovely old mill in Ballisodare. During the 'celtic tiger' years it was pulled down to make way for 'luxury apartments'. One of the most shocking things I've read this week is a blog about what these apartments are now like. It's well worth a read. There is... Continue Reading →
Green, white and orange, originally uploaded by magnum_lady. Well as you know today was St. Patrick's Day. I took my mum and Jono into Sligo town for the parade. Luckily the weather was in our favour and although it was overcast it didn't rain. There were lots of bands including one from Oldham in the... Continue Reading →
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