At the end of last year, my blog faced closure but was saved by six Sligo businesses sponsoring it. I'm grateful for their support and will highlight them soon. The first sponsor is award-winning DJ Scruffy Duffy, known for his event and wedding services, providing a range of entertaining packages tailored to various needs.
Confidence, Couch Days, and January Wanderings
The New Year prompts reflection for the author, who shares struggles with podcasting confidence and personal projects. Despite feeling like a couch potato post-wedding and holiday indulgences, they enjoy outings, upcoming theater experiences, and genealogical discoveries. They express gratitude for blog followers as it approaches its 17th anniversary.
Discover Authentic Knitwear at The Woollen Market
If you love beautiful knitwear, The Woollen Market is an absolute must-visit, whether you pop into their stores in Sligo, Ennis or Westport, or browse their thoughtfully curated collections online. I recently stopped by in person and was blown away by the craftsmanship and variety. There truly is something for everyone, including gorgeous pieces for... Continue Reading →
Introducing Splash Pool in Ballaghaderreen
I'm often over in Ballaghaderreen, because my daughter lives near there, and I was delighted to hear that BrÃd Graham and her husband John recently reopened the swimming pool there, the pool was closed for two years and it's wonderful for the community to have it open again. The new pool brings Splash Swim Schools... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Can you believe that it’s the last Sunday in June? The first part of the year might have dragged, but June flew by in the blink of an eye! I’ve had a great week, with lots of adventures, I love weeks like that, they don’t happen enough. Me and Jono were over at Lucy’s house... Continue Reading →
A Visit to the Solas Art Gallery in Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim
I was out and about in Leitrim last weekend and I finally got the chance to call in to the Solas Art Gallery, I had planned it to coincide with the artists being there for The Leitrim Gathering. I hoped to see Margaret Rattigan who I have featured before on the blog, but sadly she... Continue Reading →