PAULA MEEHAN

Winkles

Small shellfish that glisten blue when wet.

Ghosts on the stairs

Imaginary or supernatural beings that appear on the staircase.

Gentle mind

A kind and considerate person.

Cosmo Snooker Hall

A place where people gather to play snooker.

Hearth Lesson

A lesson learned from observing the interactions between a couple.

Lack of money

Not having enough money on a daily basis.

Exotic birds

Colorful and unusual birds trapped in a chimney.

Children of longing

Individuals who yearn for something deeply.

Statue of the Virgin at Granard

A religious statue in Granard that speaks.

Incarnate

To become physically present or manifest.

Sewing machine

A device used for stitching fabric together.

Second hand

Previously owned or used.

Sensible shades

Practical and neutral colors.

Following a pattern

Learning to replicate a specific design or sequence.

Auntie Cora

A person who faces death with humor and bravery.

Sequins

Small, shiny decorations often used in clothing or accessories.

Emigrant soul

The spirit or essence of someone who has left their home country.