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Location: Carlow north, Clonmore
Eddie pays tribute to his native valley, its scenery and long history

Location, Carlow County, including Graiguecullen
From the time before 'The Split' between Carlow and Graiguecullen footballers, this celebrates the success and the hope for a successful campaign by the county team.

The poem is a collection of snapshots from times past, places and people now gone; but, we must continue to make new memories for ourselves and our loved ones.

Twas a Saturday in October in 1983
Just another Saturday or so it seemed to be;
But that day has made history which was very sad:
It was the day that Mickey Rice blew in the plastic bag.

It was down in Ballinabranna that we all worked hard all…

Mickey gives an account of his encounter with the law after a long session in various hostelries, together with sound advice as a result of the experience!

‘Twas a Saturday in October in 1983
Just another Saturday or so it seemed to be;
But…

Location: Carlow County and Clonmore area
Eddie pays tribute to a local football hero

Location: Carlow East
John pays tribute to a local, well respected lady

Location: Carlow south
Mikey, a famous character in his own right, pays tribute to his friend and famous character, Jim Nolan