The Dublin Race Series – Part 2
“Running is the greatest metaphor for life, because you get out of it what you put into it.” - Oprah (Yes, that Oprah) *** *** I have recently become obsessed with the notion of P.B. (Per...
Category Archives: Lifestyle
Cape Clear Diaries: Changing Pace
A change of pace was the reason I booked our out-of-season accommodation on Cape Clear at the end of last year. I had predicted that around this time, I would be starting a new novel and that I would...
Carm’s Kitchen: Crunchie Cheesecake
[Yes, this week it's actually a photo of something I produced. Progress!] This week, due to the glorious sunshine and resulting warm weather, I couldn’t bring myself to work in a hot kitchen fo...
Cosmetic Surgery Alternatives
Generation X is no longer satisfied with a pampering facial, we want results and we want them now. Ireland has certainly embraced the cosmetic surgery culture and it remains live and kicking, even in...
The Dublin Race Series – Part 1
“The trouble with running is that by the time you realise you’re not in shape for it, it’s too far to walk back.” *** Lessons learned from my training for the Samsung Night Ru...
Cape Clear Diaries: A Silent Island Speaks
May 11th, 2013 In the peace and tranquillity of an almost deserted island, it’s easier to watch the environment and hear what it’s trying to say. These are a few things that have struck me on ...
DFS Exclusive Interiors Event
Some of the most influential members of the Irish interior design community came together recently when Image Interiors and DFS hosted an evening at their Blanchardstown showroom. Those in attendance...
Carm’s Kitchen: Week 1 – Bread & Butter Pudding
[Disclaimer #1: That is not a photo of my bread and butter pudding. Mine was devoured before I got a chance to photograph it. Rookie mistake.] I love to bake. It’s delicious (of which my dou...