
Can you see W. B. Yeats in the river?

Can you see W. B. Yeats in the river?
Friday was Culture Night in Sligo (and indeed all over most of the country). It's a great idea and consists of free cultural events for all the family to enjoy. On Friday morning I had a look around The Model at their various exhibitions. It's always lovely to take a bit of time and relax... Continue Reading →
I just wanted to share a few photos taken from my phone. Every morning I walk the dog up the lane and these are a few of the photos I've taken over the last few weeks.
Last week I entered a competition on Facebook from McHugh's Bar and Restaurant, Sligo for tickets to Lady Gaga's 'Born this way ball' in Dublin. I found out on Friday that I won the tickets! I was so delighted. Lucy is a massive fan and we went to the Monster Ball in 2010 but couldn't... Continue Reading →
Last night was brilliant. The Samboeire SambaBand had a free drumming lesson in Sligo so Lucy and I went along for the craic. We really enjoyed it. The people were very friendly and we had some laughs especially when one of the fellas introduced himself as Mary. I can only think of him as Mary... Continue Reading →
Mullaghmore, Sligo was the place to be on August 26th for the All Ireland Donkey Derby. Thankfully the sun was shining which is always a bonus. The was a vintage car display, donkey show, bouncy castles, stalls and of course the donkey race. This being Ireland though nothing starts on time and I was there... Continue Reading →