I'm finally catching up on old blog posts that I should have written but somehow never got around to it. Back in June it was Andy's 50th birthday and also our 25th wedding anniversary. It was so strange because without us knowing we'd both gone shopping in the same shop! We both went to Lollypotz... Continue Reading →
Cobwebs and Clouds
It started off foggy and very cold this morning when I was walking the dogs at 7am. My hands were like blocks of ice when I got home - it seems a bit too soon to dig out my gloves - and I'm still waiting for summer. By the time I got into Sligo town... Continue Reading →
Eithna’s By The Sea, Mullaghmore, Sligo
Last week we went for a family meal to Eithna's by the Sea in Mullaghmore, Co. Sligo. It's quite rare for the four of us to go out together so it was extra special. Eithna's is an award-winning seafood restaurant located right opposite Mullaghmore Harbour. The restaurant has recently been refurbished and is bright and... Continue Reading →
A French Feast at The Fairgreen
Apologies readers because you will be hungry after reading this post. Last night Lucy and I went along to The Fairgreen Creative and Culinary Centre in Skreen, Co. Sligo for their first supper club. It was a French theme so Lucy donned her French top and I forgot all about it until I was there...and... Continue Reading →
Glasnevin Cemetery
This week we had a day trip to Dublin. Lucy and Jono wanted to look around the shops and as I'm not a shopper it was the perfect opportunity for me to go off exploring. The Glasnevin Cemetery and Museum has been on my 'to do' list for years so it was great to finally... Continue Reading →
Five Glens Arts Festival
Yesterday I went along to Manorhamilton for the Five Glens Art Festival. It was a varied programme of events with something to do for all ages. I thought the Vintage Afternoon Tea sounded delightful so I went along to check it out. It was set in the Castle Cafe which is in the grounds of... Continue Reading →