Child’s Play
When my twins turned eight, I started seriously thinking about going on holidays – just the three of us – as I am a solo mother. There aren’t many people lining up to travel with someone like me and young twins, so I opened the […]
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Cruising as a Solo Parent
When you are a solo parent of twins, holidays can feel like a military operation. They involve the three Ps: plan, pack and pray you survive! So booking a cruise with my twins felt either wildly brave or slightly mad. But somewhere between the kids’ […]
The West’s Simple Pleasures
A trip ‘Into the West’ is always an adventure and full of surprises. We decided to do a road trip to Geesala in Mayo. Just under a four hour drive, we broke it up by having lunch in Longford. The road infrastructure is good and […]
Epic Trails and Seaside Tales
Two years ago, I drove to catch the ferry from Cleggan Pier to Inishbofin, and I’ll never forget the drive after bypassing Galway, heading towards Clifden through Maam Cross. The sheer beauty of the landscape took my breath away. So when the chance came up […]
Just for Honeymooners? Not – atoll!
Are you looking for a family holiday that is hot all year round, has world class attractions, theme parks that will have your children squealing with excitement, stunning beaches, desert adventures and a direct flight from Dublin! – Dubai should be on your travel list. […]
Roar-some ideas for mid-term fun
With the mid-term break approaching, families across Ireland are on the lookout for fun, engaging activities to keep everyone entertained. From historical explorations to thrilling outdoor adventures, Ireland is packed with family-friendly destinations perfect for making lasting memories. Here are just some of the best […]
Ssh…It’s that time of the month…
Like many writers and journalists now, I feel compelled to write about the Tampax debate. It’s strange to see so much negativity around the now banned advertisement. Looking through the statistics of the 84 complaints – they were mostly women. I wanted to share an […]
Half the world away
“I would like to leave this city This old town don’t smell too pretty and I can feel the warning signs running around my mind And when I leave this island I’ll book myself into a soul asylum ‘Cause I can feel the warning signs […]
New Year, New Lists…
So, it been a while since I posted. I really don’t know where the time goes. And is Christmas really over? People still have Christmas trees up. I for one had mine down before January 6th. I don’t feel bad as my friend took hers […]
Trick or Treat..
So, its nearly Halloween time again and guess what? Christmas products are everywhere to be seen already. OMG. Far too early for me. But the other side of it is, its time to get organised or start to think about the white-bearded man…. SANTA. I […]
Am I there yet?
I feel I’ve forgotten what having spare time is since beginning college. My blog hasn’t been updated in so long so here I am, doing just that. I am now halfway through my course to be a Further Education teacher. It has been a whirlwind […]
Sweet 16…..
So, what exactly is sweet about being 16? I have a son who has just turned this difficult, transforming age. I don’t think he has spoke a full sentence in about three years. I have got used to the grunts and the glares and have […]