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Visit to Heywood Gardens in Laois

So last week was my birthday - and my first birthday post autism diagnosis, so for that reason, it felt somewhat like a bit of a milestone....

Cliona Kelliher 13 Aug, 2022

Derryounce , Derryounce Lakes , Laois

Trip to Derryounce Lakes

It's been a while since I've done a new trip post. Don't know if it's just me, but the winter has seemed so long and drea...

Cliona Kelliher 18 Feb, 2019 5

Emo Court , Ireland , Laois

Emo Court and the Rock of Dunamase

It was a bit of a blustery and cold Easter weekend but we had a lovely trip to the Rock of Dunamase and to Emo Court. The Rock of Dunamase...

Cliona Kelliher 4 Apr, 2018 9

beauty , beauty salon , Beauty Salon in Portlaoise

C & B Therapy Spa, Portlaoise. A Review of the C & B Organic Signature Facial.

Updated info 30/12/15: Ciara and Beth made the decision to part ways at the end of 2015 and Beth is now continuing on as the owner of Well...

Cliona Kelliher 24 Nov, 2015 9

afternoon tea , An Siopa Nollaig , cafe

An Siopa Nollaig and the French Quarter Café in Portarlington

This post is a bit of a mix of things, I wanted to update a little on my candles and I absolutely have to recommend the lovely French Quar...

Cliona Kelliher 9 Nov, 2015 9

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