Posts Tagged ‘Dineen’
The Holy Wells of Ireland – Saints, Cures and Tradition (#501)
Do you wonder what it takes to really get your Irish Family History research REALLY humming? We interviewed Irish-based genealogist – Jayne McGarvey – and asked her to share 3 signs that you are making progress as an Irish ancestry researcher.
Read MoreIrish Ancestry Trail – Australia – Introduction
In March, 2018, we packed our bags and headed along just one of these trails. The plan was to fly to the city of Sydney in New South Wales – then travel south to the City of Hobart in Tasmania. Finally, we would travel north again to Melbourne to use as a base for the state…
Read MoreIrish Ancestry Trail – Canada – Nova Scotia
Leaving Newfoundland for Nova Scotia. We left Argentia in Newfoundland and arrived in Sydney Mines on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia about 24 hours later. Here is a video of Carina with the final glimpse of Newfoundland just behind her as we headed out to open sea: We were traveling to the “Maritimes” region of…
Read MoreIrish Sayings – Is there Room for the Irish language in your Life?
I must admit, I find English – the language of this letter – to be one of the most beautiful languages in the world. Down through the centuries it stretched in the most imaginative of directions – absorbing the beautiful lines of poets and scribes who were supported by a wealthy power and taking in…
Read MoreDid Your Irish Australian Ancestor Follow the Black Velvet Band?
You can listen to the show on your computer/smartphone by clicking on the play button above (the triangle with the circle around it). You can also download the show onto your computer by clicking on the download symbol. Enjoy! Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 5, Episode 1 of the Letter from Ireland Show. In this episode…
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