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David Gray of Dunseverick, 1641/2

David Gray and many others got caught up in the Ulster rebellion of 1641; it was part of the Wars of the Three Realms in the reign of Charles I.

The image is taken from John McCurdy's "Toberkeigh" and the depositions are held in Folio 3.9, Trinity College, Dublin [link added]. Just click image to enlarge it.

There is a David Gray in Dunseverick in the 1666 and 1669 Hearth Money Rolls, perhaps the same one who testified in 1651/2 and there are still Grays in that district.

Happy Birthday, Norman - King of Dalnalil

My hands are shaky and my knees are weak
I cant seem to stand on my own two feet
Who do you thank when you have such luck?
Im in love
Im all shook up
Mm mm oh, oh, yeah, yeah!

Then again, it could just be your age. Have a nice day!!

This photo was taken - by Kate? - at a NALIL gathering in the Causeway Hotel. From left to right: Agnes, Hazel, Derek, Norman, Sherry, Nevin and Jennie.

Happy Birthday, Emma - Sweet 17

This one's from my generation!!



And here's one to test your artistic talent. Check it out on broadband.