This interview took place in 2002:
Our sincere condolences go out to Margaret and her family over the recent death of her Mother Hannah. May she Rest in Peace.
It’s an appropriate time to persuade Margaret to be our Person of the Moment. Margaret is the ‘home’ Chairperson of the Fáilte Abhaile Pobal a’Chorráin 2003 Committee.
| Name: | Margaret Gallagher |
| Age: | 42 |
| Tell us a little about your family: | I’m no.9 in a family of 12.- My original family! I’m married to Eoinie Moran so then there’s all of my ‘acquired’ family as well. |
| Employment: | Childcare worker |
| What do you like about Currane? | It gives me an identity and a sense of belonging. |
| What is your favourite view in the area? | From our bog – looking home. |
| What is your favourite time of year? | Spring |
| How would you improve the area? | Employment for the indigenous population. |
| Is there a place that you enjoyed traveling to? | Germany and Achill Beg |
| Favourite story/folklore: | Anything to do with old traditions, folk etc. particularly to do with the sea. |
| Favourite saying: | Ní neart go lur le chéile |
| Favourite book: | Eternal Echoes by John O’Donohue |
| Favourite type of music: | Any |
| Favourite song: | ‘Today’- John Denver |
| Favourite film: | The Sound of Music |
| Favourite drink: | Brandy and ginger ale |
| Favourite food: | Fish |
| Favourite night out: | A meal, then a few drinks |
| Favourite sports: | GAA and cards |
| Favourite teams: | Currane N.S. Football team |
| Which person would you most like to meet (living or dead)? | My Father |
| Any plans for the year ahead and the future? | Open a coffee shop !!! THE FAILTE ABHAILE FESTIVAL 2003. COME AND SEE ME THERE!! |
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