It's the first Sunday of 2024, and so it's the first Sunday Thoughts post of the year. Happy New Year to all of you, I just had a look at the blog stats for 2023, and it had over 107,000 views, which is the highest number since the blog began! Thanks to all of you... Continue Reading →
It's my first blog post of 2024, so firstly a Happy New Year to all of you. My blog will be 15 years old next month! Time flies. It's been a great start to the new year, with my photos featuring on the 'Welcome to Sligo' sign at MacDiarmada Railway Station, aka Sligo Train Station.... Continue Reading →
Yes, today is Sunday, in case all the days have blurred into one. It's also New Year's Eve, and I'm gearing up for the annual family party - here's a look at last year's one: I wrote a post during the week about some of my highlights for 2023. It has been a real rollercoaster... Continue Reading →
Transforming the Style Emporium Unit on Grattan Street in Sligo into a festive haven, Mc G Cakes' pop-up shop radiates enchantment, nestled beside the Record Room and across from Cordners shoes. Themed "Discover the magic," this whimsical wonderland invites customers to witness the allure of Christmas through a captivating village window, where trains rhythmically chug... Continue Reading →
I thought the Hands of Sligo project would be something very special, but it went above and beyond my expectations. It’s been something of a journey, in more ways than one. I have had this idea for so many years, and it's been amazing to see it come to life. My interest in hands goes... Continue Reading →
Closed down. There’s a new cafe in Leitrim, welcome to Earth Artisan Bakery and Cafe, a bright and airy cafe in the heart of Carrick on Shannon. Their bakery specialises in long, naturally fermented breads, made using traditional methods. The pâtisserie and viennoiseries are made fresh daily in house by their French trained chef de... Continue Reading →
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