Yesterday I went along to the Mindfulness for the Creative Sector | Creative Minds event hosted by The Leitrim Design House and the Leitrim Local Enterprise Office, at The Dock in Carrick on Shannon. I wasn't too sure about the mindfulness part, if you read the blog you'll know about my history with mindfulness, if... Continue Reading →
They paved paradise and put up a parking lot
I visited the beautiful Derreen 'bluebell' woods, just outside Knockvicar in Roscommon yesterday, and I'm heartbroken at what I saw. The lovely walkway through the forest, has now been replaced by gravel, so that cars can drive down to a car park. You can see the photo on the left from last year, and the... Continue Reading →
High Street, Sligo
If you are a regular reader of the blog, you will know that I usually focus on all things positive about Sligo, but I was walking up the High Street in Sligo town yesterday, and I just can't ignore the state of some of the buildings. One building has major cracks in it, the pavement... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's another Sunday, and I'm back again with my Sunday Thoughts. Storm Kathleen rages on outside, she's now on day two, and doesn't show any sign of calming down. Strandhill People's Market has been cancelled today, due to the storm, and I noticed that Jalan Jalan in Sligo town has been damaged by the storm,... Continue Reading →
Troll Wood in Leitrim
If you are looking for a walk with a difference, I'd recommend Troll Wood in Leitrim, also known as Cartron Wood. It's great fun for all ages, and it's only around 1.2km, so it's not a long walk. I love anything a little bit different, and this wood is just that, and great for the... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – April 2024
It's time for the Sligo Food News for April. Thanks to those who sent me their news. The photo at the top is Snickers Cake from Le Fournil, trust me, you need this in your life! St Honoré has reopened! They are under new management and are under the team behind Earth in Carrick on... Continue Reading →