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Nollaig na mBan 2016
When I was growing up in Ireland, my only experience of Nollaig na mBan (Women’s Christmas) was through Seán Ó Ríordáin’s poem, which I remember learning in Irish for the Inter Cert when I was about twelve. I was sure there … Continue reading
Posted in Folk traditions, Ireland, South Australia
Tagged Adelaide, folk traditions, Ireland, Nollaig na mBan, Women's Christmas
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The things you see in Rundle Mall
It’s been Christmas here of course. And in case that time of year isn’t busy enough, it also coincides with end of school year graduations, suppers, dinners, etc. Just as well I am a social being. Anyways … one of … Continue reading
Posted in South Australia
Tagged Adelaide, chocolate, Haigh's, heritage management, Holding's Opticians, Rundle Mall, Smiggle
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Don't forget your shovel 