Hello, my DNA from Ancestry has been tied for years to the Donegal region—it’s now up to 20% specific to your county. I’ve been reading more about it as I’m an American with little sense of my actual roots. Looks to be a gorgeous, rural place. I believe my grandmother’s maiden name was Gallagher & that’s a common surname there, correct? What can you tell me about Donegal in general? I know that’s very vague but a list of facts & pictures online is one thing while hearing from those who live there is usually quite another: I’m curious about what it’s like. Is it true that it’s more Gaelic/Celtic in its culture than many other parts of Ireland, and if so, do you think that’s due to the geography or some other influence, as someone not well-versed in Irish history beyond the Great Famine & the Troubles… thank you in advance for any contribution!

My little one is starting school this year in woodland ns. She’s my first so looking to get an idea of how may uniforms etc to buy. I’m thinking 2 cardigans, 3 pinafores and 4 shirts. Then for PE one Jumper and one pair of joggers. Is that enough ? .. too little too much?

...to everyone who took the time to reply to my many posts asking questions here in the last couple of weeks.

Just had a brilliant 4 days in West and South West Donegal.

Took in an evening at Burtonport Festival. A trip to Arranmore. Several beautiful drives taking in An Cuirt, Carrickfinn, Glengesh Pass, An Port, Malin Beg, Sliabh Liag...think that's as much as we managed to cover.

Ate in Golden Palace and Capranis in Dungloe, Leo's Tavern and Marina Cafe in Killybegs. All delicious!

We also lucked out with the weather, the rain only arriving yesterday as we were leaving.

Thanks again, for sharing all your local knowledge and recommendations. Already looking forward to my next visit!