This week, we received a number of Christmas greetings from the Roscommon diaspora ahead of the festive season…


Lots of love, Shonagh Beirne and Daniel in Dubai, UAE”.

From Jason Croghan and Hui in Hangzhou, China”.

“It was also extra special as I will be spending it with girlfriend Amy, who’s from Leeds, and it’s our first visit to Ireland together to meet my family. It’s also her first time home in almost two years.
“There is nothing more special then spending Christmas at home with family and friends. Being away for so long really makes you appreciate the important things in life at home, as well as being able to avail of Mam’s never-ending home cooking of course!
“I will be ringing in the new year in Abu Dhabi however, as we are back to school on January 2nd, but want to take this opportunity to wish all my family and friends, home or away, a very merry Christmas and peaceful new year. From Shane Reynolds, Elphin via Abu Dhabi, UAE”.