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Many people who see me around Dun Laoghaire and other places might not realize that I am vision impaired. In fact, I have been told that...
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- Oct 16
Strike for Equal Pay
I have lived on my own for the past 23 years with the help of Personal Assistants (PAs) employed by the IWA (Irish Wheelchair...
- Sep 6
DUN LAOGHAIRE
During the summer I love to walk down Dun Laoghaire Pier in the afternoon. Recently I saw a lot of sail boats, one of which was called...
- Aug 30
Difficulties With Everything Going On-line
I have used computers since 1982 when I was nine years old. I attended a special school called the Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) in...
- Jul 19
My View on Different Types of Fundraising
Last Sunday I was coming home from the Dun Laoghaire Market when I noticed two people collecting money with buckets. When I asked what...
- Jul 13
The Most Accessible Hotel in Dun Laoghaire
On June 24 I celebrated my 50th birthday in the Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire. In the lead-up to the party, the staff were very...
- Jun 15
WHEELCHAIR OBSTACLES
This past week I went to the nearest Lidl to do shopping. I took the decision to go in my wheelchair with my Personal Assistant rather...
- Jun 7
An End to Fast Food Advertising
Upon turning 50, I decided to change my diet and cut out all fast food. After making mind up about this decision, I’ve noticed fast food...
- May 11
BANK HOLIDAY, WEEKENDS AND MY LOVE HATE RELATIONSHIP
I have both a love and a hate relationship with bank holidays. I never know whether to be happy or nervous. When a new, tentative bank...
- Apr 20
TURNING 50
Turning 50 At the end of June I will turn fifty. My mother was reminding me today of many things I’ve done during my life to highlight...
- Mar 22
My Interest in Universal Design
Before I explain how my interest in universal design began, I should explain what it means or how I understand it. Universal Design is...
- Mar 1
The Power of Music
Ever since I was little, I have experienced the power of music. For example, when I was five I went with my sister Bonnie to a local...
- Feb 15
The State of Banking Today
For over twenty years I was with one of the two banks that are now leaving the Irish market. And I am not the only one who feels the way...
- Feb 8
A tribute to a Niamh Bhreathnach
I was very sad to hear of the death of Niamh Bhreathnach. I have known her for over thirty years. I was lucky to benefit from the free...
- Feb 1
ACCESS TO PUBLIC TOILETS
I was fourteen when I joined the Irish Wheelchair Association. A few years later I was told about a master key that would give access to...
- Jan 25
CHRISTMAS SEASON
I know this is after the new year began, but it’s still January, and the Christmas season is very recent. I think I’m like my dad, Tom....
- Dec 7, 2022
THE NEED FOR DOOR TO DOOR TRANSPORT
The Need for Door-to-door Transport to be part of the Transport for Ireland Initiative A few weeks ago, there was a report on the news...
- Nov 3, 2022
ONE OF MY GREATEST PASSION IS WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORT
One of my greatest passions is wheelchair transport. Let me tell you about a brilliant company that has served the Southside of Dublin...
- Sep 1, 2022
The man behind "The fighter"poem
Another important person in my life was, of course, my Dad. I say this because he believed in me even when the professionals such as...
- Jun 8, 2022
My Dear Mom
You are always so kind Keeping me in mind Often coming when I am out To leave some gift behind I know others feel the same But I can’t...
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