From festive dips with Helen to solo adventures under dramatic skies, discover how five consecutive days of winter swimming at Bannow Beach revealed the ever-changing moods of the Irish Sea. From Grey to Gold: A Week of Winter Swimming at Bannow Beach →

Listening to this audiobook while living in a century-old Irish farmhouse creates an extraordinary resonance. The red sanctuary lamp illuminating Jesus’ picture and oddly-placed electrical sockets in our stone walls mirror Williams’ narrative perfectly. Dermot Crowley’s narration captures the essence of rural Ireland’s transformation during electrification. This isn’t just historical fiction—it’s living history that I can touch and see in my temporary home. Step into Ireland’s past as electricity transforms its future →

On this All Souls’ Night, as I mark my 14th consecutive morning sea dip at Bannow Beach, I reflect on how modern rituals interweave with ancient Irish traditions. For over 2,000 years, this night has held special significance in Ireland, when souls of departed loved ones were believed to return home. As I share part 2 of our moving story, discover how traditional customs of welcoming spirits blend with our daily practices in modern-day Ireland. Discover more of our journey →

As some of you don those Halloween costumes to go trick-or-treating this evening 🧙🏽‍♀️, I wonder how many of you knew that these spooky traditions originated right here in Ireland? Yes, over 2,500 years ago, they celebrated the ancient festival of Samhain (pronounced “SAH-win”), marking the end of summer and harvest season. They would light Venture into the night →