Blogs

February 20, 2025

A home for worries and wishes, handed into the lap of the fairies—hang it on and hurry away.Ribbons, prescription packets, baby soothers, brassiere, barmbrack ring.

January 16, 2025

“My good man has gone for a motor to Dublin today with a friend and I am left alone, and I do not like it

October 8, 2024

It is true for Tomsey Burke—he never missed a good funeral, telling all and sundry that life was “only an aul wink, that’s what it

October 3, 2024

Reading Brigid’s previously un-opened letters forever altered my understanding of secrets. The determination with which I returned to Ireland, having immersed myself in the contents

October 3, 2024

Are you born with it or is it something acquired? Is it a goal society values? Is it inherent in every woman? Is it a

October 2, 2024

“I am going to meet Oprah,” I whispered.“Isn’t that great,” the nurse replied with practiced patience.Saying these words filled me with a sense of overwhelm,

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