Recent Wedding
We send our warmest congratulations to local lady Rachael Butler from Gortaclode who recently said “I do” to the love of her life Paul Wall. The bride looked beautiful as she arrived at the beautiful venue of Langtons in Kilkenny ready to become Mrs. Wall. Walking her up the aisle was her very proud brother Darren who looked very handsome in his wedding attire. I have no doubt that as she made her way up the aisle, a very proud Dad beamed down from the heavens above also and took every step with them. In her bouquet Rachael carried a photo of her dad Terry and of her uncle Kevin so they were part of her very special day. Following a beautiful ceremony and photos, the guests were treated to a beautiful feast and then it was time to dance the night away. Day two saw everybody meet at The Sweep in Kilmeaden to continue the celebrations where I have no doubt, the hospitality was second to none. Speaking to some of the guests they all spoke of the wonderful time they had for the weekend. Mother of the bride Eleanor was beaming as she told me about the wedding and how delighted she was to see Rachael so happy. We wish the happy couple every happiness for the future and may their lives always be full of happiness and joy.
Birthday Boy
We extend every good wish and happiness to popular Ballyduff man, Dixie Larkin who recently celebrated his 80th birthday. Dixie celebrated in the garden of his beautiful home in Ballyduff Village with his beloved wife Maureen and all the family. I’m sure Dixie enjoyed his celebrations doing what he loves most, surrounding himself with his family We wish many more happy birthdays to Dixie for the future.
Church News
Bookings are now being taken for anniversary masses during the months of September and October and there are also a couple of dates left in August. If you would like to book a mass for a loved one, please contact Linda Spillane on 087 9838392.
Back To School
It’s hard to believe that we are already thinking about our children heading back to school and our young people beginning a new chapter in their lives, heading off to college or university, beginning apprenticeships, new jobs etc. There are many little children feeling that mix of nerves and excitement as they prepare to head off to playschool or Montessori, National school, or Secondary school for the first time. Books and uniforms are being bought and labelled and the school bag is being packed and unpacked numerous times.
The most important thing for us to remember though is that every child and young person is different, and all react to different situations differently. We must allow each of them the space they need to deal with things themselves. Some will be nervous, some excited, some are shy, some are outgoing, some have ways of dealing with pressure, while others struggle. Whatever happens they all find their way and the best gift we can give them is to listen and encourage. Of course, now as adults we know that your schooldays can be a wonderful time in your life but when we were that age, we thought our parents and grandparents were crazy to say that. Remember “Nobody is perfect, that’s why pencils have erasers”
Knockaderry Investment.
We here in Kilmeaden are very proud of our beautiful lake in Knockaderry. It’s gentle tranquil setting gives people that feeling of calmness as they stroll by it and take it the stunning views. The swans glide across the water and sometimes if you are lucky, they may treat you to a display of little dips and dives. Waterford City and County Council have recently been allocated €145,787.00 for the development of six outdoor adventure projects in Waterford. This investment under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme will enhance some of Waterford’s best outdoor amenities. €29,700 has been allocated for the undertaking of a feasibility study for a walking trail at Knockaderry Lake. We await the plans and look forward to showing off our beautiful lake to many more people.
Thought For the Week.
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.