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Easy Listening

I was listening to the Thistle and Shamrock on the way home from work on Sunday and caught some wonderful music. See below for the whole playlist via the show’s website, and a link to the lyrics. Prompted me to … Continue reading

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Leitrim Queen

No prayer or chisel, brooch or pen •
Could express… Continue reading

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Yup, that’s it – our tradition

I’m borrowing this from Fiona Ritchie’s website because it’s not often I see mention of our one real family New Year tradition: Open the Door Open the door for the auld year, It is the pairtin-time Open the door for … Continue reading

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A prayer for tonight and the year ahead

Sunday night, I was lucky enough to be in the car at the right time to listen to all of Fiona Ritchie’s Thistle and Shamrock radio show. It’s good all year round but her holiday shows are worth every minute … Continue reading

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