Blog – The Secret of Roan Inish movie-click here
Blog - The Secret of Roan Inish movie-click here The movie ‘the Secret of Roan Inish’ is based on the 1957 novel ‘Secret of the Ron Mor Skerry, by Rosalie K Fry. The movie is centered on one of Irish folklores – that of selkies. A ‘selkie’ is a seal that can shed their skins to become human. The story is set on the West Coast of Ulster, around the Donegal area. The movies follows Fiona, a young girl who is sent to live with her Grandparents and her cousin, Eamonn, near the Island of Roan Inish (which means ‘Island
Beltany Stone Circle (click here)
Beltany Stone Circle My experience – Was feeling adventurous and set off for places unknown (as I do) came across a sign that said ‘Beltany Stone Circle’, figured what da heck and off I went! Found a small carpark and pulled up. It was just a Short walk up a beautiful wooded trail and then you come out in to a farmer’s field. Lots of sheep were grazing in a peaceful and tranquil setting. Views were amazing. You walk across the farmers field to the Stones, again views in both directions were fantastic. Now, I am not overly religious
Orange Parade 2023 in Donegal, Ireland (click here for full story)
Orange Parade July 8th, 2023 – Belfast/Canadian Style Rossnowlagh, County Donegal, Ireland Lovely day trip today to Donegal!! A few Belfast transplants to Canada are over for the 12th Celebrations. Today I enjoyed their company as we travelled via bus (thank-you Tex) to the parade which is actually held in Donegal, Ireland. Was a brilliant wee day, scenery was amazing and atmosphere (bar one lunatic) was fantastic. Below please find a few pics of our ‘Canadian’ friends enjoying the day! Orange Parade 2023, Donegal