I bumped into Danny De Vito on the way back from the shops. Well actually, I was passing his house and he was in his garden hanging the star of Bethlehem on his pergola. I was trying not to make eye contact but he ran out when he saw me. Hello there. Bernie isn't it? … Continue reading Neighbourhood watch
Neighbours
Maisie
Ma found out that I had the virus, she was livid. I can't believe you didn't tell me. Tell you what? (shite, I knew she'd go mad) You know what. You had the covid and never told me, your own mother. I didn't want to worry you ma. I'm your mother, worrying is what mothers … Continue reading Maisie
Party Central #AtoZChallenge
Me and Jimmy went away for a few days over the Easter break. I'd been up to me eyes with me ma and work and the whole lot. I warned my lot not to be having any parties. 'Not at all ma' they said. 'You go and enjoy yourself, everything will be cool here, you … Continue reading Party Central #AtoZChallenge
That’s snow way to treat a lady
So storm Emma has fecked off, the beast has gone back east and homes all over Ireland has enough loaves of bread in their freezers to do them until next Christmas. It was fun while it lasted. We didn't starve, we didn't eat each other...except metaphorically of course, we trudged to the pub in our … Continue reading That’s snow way to treat a lady
Memories and lounging pants
I'm just sitting here having a coffee. The house is silent and I'm on my own for once. Jason has just left. I remember the days when I didn't have a minute to myself ,when the kids were younger and having to watch them like a hawk, trying to keep them away from drink, drugs … Continue reading Memories and lounging pants
Diary of a Dublin Housewife 