Having a lazy Sunday? Kick back, pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy Team Her.ie’s favourite reads of the week.

Though it’s a tough task, given how many fantastic stories we’ve come across in the past seven days, each of us here at Her.ie have chosen one of our favourite picks from the week, gathered together in one handy collection. Enjoy!

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Grace’s Choice: Donal Walsh Live Life

Grace says: Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Elma Walsh, the mother of inspirational Kerry teenager Donal Walsh whose anti-suicide message touched the entire country earlier in the year. Donal sadly lost his battle with cancer in May and his family and friends are eager to continue his powerful message through the 'Donal Walsh Live Life' foundation. Recently a report from the coroner's office showed that the rate of suicide in Co. Kerry had decreased as a direct result of Donal's writings, a phenomenal testimony to the impact the 16-year-old made in his short life.

Chatting to his Mum about her son's legacy and witnessing the efforts of fundraising by father Fionnbar online, it is very clear where Donal got his incredible sense of character and courageous spirit.

Read the full story here.  

 

Michelle’s Choice: Dealbreakers

Michelle says: If only for the fantastic Britney gif, this is my favourite piece of the week. Her.ie girl Grace really hits the nail on the head when it comes to relationship articles, and this one had me in stitches. Priceless.

Read the full story here.

Sue’s Choice: Greatest Invention Ever

Sue says: My favourite story this week was the kettle that you can turn on via Wifi. Honestly, the kettle can be switched on from anywhere in the house, which also includes YOUR BED! Amazing.

 

Read the full story here. 

 

Rebecca’s Choice: 

Rebecca says: My favourite story of the week is a sad one but it really tugged on my heartstrings. I was completely moved by what Lea Michele said about Cory Monteith and am so in awe of how brave she has been through the entire thing. Fair play to her for opening up like that.

Read the full story here.