I can't remember the last time I had my hair done. I usually make do with a hair tie and a can of L'Oreal root touch up! So today was a real treat. Last month Frances from Sligo Hairdressing Academy contacted me after hearing my interview on Ocean FM about Jono's Journey. Frances offered to... Continue Reading →
Harry’s Bar and Gastro Pub
We are just home from a fabulous night at Harry's Gastro Pub. Harry's is located in beautiful Rosses Point, Co. Sligo on the Wild Atlantic Way. I'm ashamed to say I've never been to Harry's before but after tonight we'll definitely be back. I used to think it was just a pub that served food but... Continue Reading →
Sheep Water Rafting at Temple House
Well today was very exciting. The lovely people at Temple House contacted me today and asked if I'd like a boat trip with a difference! I've seen on various occasions that they move their sheep across to an island for the summer and I've always wanted to go along for the trip. Today I got... Continue Reading →
Back on a Rant
Regular readers to the blog will know all about Jono's spinal problems. Jono had severe kyphosis and scoliosis (curvature of the spine) and after a long wait he finally had spinal fusion surgery in 2009 in Tallaght, Dublin. The surgery involved metal rods being inserted either side of his spine. We thought it was a... Continue Reading →
Jono’s Birthday
Saturday was Jono's birthday. He wanted to go to Dublin for the day - first to Mark's Models (a model railway shop) and afterwards to Dún Laoghaire. Things don't always go to plan though... First of all we were scuppered by transport troubles. The train was 20 minutes late to arrive. When it did arrive there... Continue Reading →
The Sligo Camino
Tickets now sold out. If you are looking for a challenge this summer how about walking the Sligo Camino? Trek the Sligo Way for 34km from Dromahair, Co. Leitrim to Coolaney, Co. Sligo and discover the picturesque Sligo Camino. The route is a challenging mixture of tracks, trails, forest paths, finishing with 8km of country lanes... Continue Reading →