Sligo Shops – Michael Quirke

I've decided to do a new feature on the blog about Sligo shops. Now technically Michael Quirke's shop isn't just a shop, Michael is a craftsman, artist and gentleman. He makes his wonderful woodcarvings  from his shop and I went in to find out more about him. Michael showed me this photo of his father... Continue Reading →

Dip in the Nip 2014

The registration for the 2014 Dip in the Nip is now open.  If you don't know what the Dip in the Nip read on:   Many people who do the Dip have experienced cancer, their own or that of somebody close.  Some have lost, or are losing loved ones, some Dippers have died since doing... Continue Reading →

Keep Calm…

I saw this travel mug in the Euro Store in Johnston Court, Sligo today. It made me smile. I put the photo on my Facebook page and it's the most popular photo I've ever put up!! I think I'll give up with the landscapes 😉

The Deserted Village, Achill

Following on from my first Achill post I stopped at The Deserted Village. There are around 100 cottages at the base of Slievemore mountain along a mile long stretch. Now it was called the deserted village but I wasn't alone. I had an audience of sheep! So there I was minding my own business and... Continue Reading →

Around Achill

Today I went to Achill Island for the first time ever I'm ashamed to say! I was heading to Westport to see my friends exhibition and I realised the Custom House Gallery didn't open until 1pm so I had several hours to kill and decided to explore. I'm going to do a couple of posts... Continue Reading →

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