all about stamina in the final term of Leaving Cert!

been run. She noted the feedback from all cyclists involved at the finish line was fantastic.

"The energy from that makes it easy for us to continue with the event the following year again and build on it further," Catherine said.

Daniel O’Shea Chairperson of the Parent’s Association added that they are really looking forward to welcoming everybody to their annual cycle.

"Preparations are well under way for what should be another fantastic day out for everyone involved. It has been a hugely successful event over the years and we are sure this year will be no different. Pre-registration is now open on our website www.tourdeballyfinnane.ie."

Routes

The cycle has two routes; a 70km and a 45km, both commencing from Ballyfinnane Community Hall at 10am. Refreshments will be provided along the route and again at the finish with the now infamous complimentary BBQ and entertainment at The Shanty Bar, Ballyfinnane.

Route 1: 70km - €25. Route takes you west to Castlemaine, Inch, Annascaul, Gleann na nGealt, Camp, Tonevane, Caherleaheen, Farmer’s Bridge and over the final climb of the day at Garraun on the return to Ballyfinnane.

Route 2: 45km - €20. Route takes you east to Currans, Castleisland, Ballymac, Tralee and back to Ballyfinnane via the Killarney Road and Gortatlea. Participants can pre-register online or on the day from 8am. All proceeds will go to Ballyfinnane National School.

As you return to school for your final term your focus will certainly be on making the best use of your time in the countdown to the exams.

With just over seven weeks to the start of the exams on June 7, it is really important that you look after yourself, revise effectively and work on your exam technique. The year of the Leaving Certificate is often compared to a marathon, so pacing yourself at this stage is essential so that you conserve some energy for the exams themselves. It can be tempting to try to pack in as many hours as possible of study in the final weeks as you grapple with the feeling that you don’t have enough done. Push those thoughts to one side and be sensible in your approach. Just like any long distance runner, if you exert yourself, you will have a lot less energy to perform well in the exams. It is all about striking the right balance between revision, rest and relaxation. Emotions can vary for Leaving Cert students at this stage of the year. You may feel stressed, anxious, overwhelmed while also feeling excited about finishing up in school and moving on to the next stage. Whatever you are feeling is normal and you are not alone. If you need to, chat to family and friends and reach out to those who support you in school.

PLAN, PREPARE AND PRIORITISE

Approach this final term strategically. Plan ahead for each week. Make a list of exactly what you are going to revise for the week and draw up a daily priority list. At the end of each day tick off what you have achieved and plan for the next day. Review your mock exam papers and marking schemes. Prioritise the areas that need attention and fill in the gaps in your learning. At this stage it is essential that you practice lots of exam questions. Make sure you are clear on the layout of the paper in each subject, the breakdown of marks for each section and the time allocation for each question. When you are completing full exam questions, practice against the clock. Do your best to switch off all distractions particularly notifications on the phone and social media, so you can concentrate fully to maximise the use of your time. Study sessions work best in short bursts at this stage, just like a High Intensity Internal Training (HIIT) session. Keep revision sessions to 45 minutes and take quick breaks to get up and move around regularly. Prepare glance notes and Mind Maps which will be really helpful in the days leading up to the exams. Always finish revision sessions by looking at an exam question on the topic. Using a break down as follows might help:

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• Survey the key headings, sub-headings, key points, diagrams, tables, maps etc (5 mins)

• Read the important information carefully, take very brief notes if it helps, but don’t overdo it. Concentrate on learning the content (20 mins)

• Recall what you can by brainstorming what you can remember on a blank sheet of paper (5 mins)

• Review what you are unsure about and have a look at an exam question on the topic to see how confident you would be to attempt it. Then check out the solution and marking scheme (15 mins)

SELF-CARE IS KEY

Above all else, you need to take care of yourself in the lead up to the exams. Eat well and stay hydrated. Avoid too many caffeinated drinks. Get plenty of fresh air and exercise. Don’t study too late and always allow time to do whatever relaxes you after study – take the dog for a walk, listen to music, try some meditation/ mindfulness if it helps, watch Netflix for a short while. You know what works best for you. Keep things in perspective. The Leaving Cert attracts a lot of media attention every year, try to keep that hype at a distance and focus on staying on track with your own exam preparation. This year has been tough and tiring but you are almost there now so keep it going! Remember that whatever happens in the exams, you have lots of options and pathways open to you and a ‘study-free’ summer to look forward to!

Acknowledgement Casey

2nd Anniversary Fleming

20th Anniversary Foley

4th Anniversary Mccarthy

In loving memory of William Casey Late of Scrahanfadda, Gneeveguilla, Rathmore Who passed away on 8th March 2023.

The family of the late William Casey, Scrahanfadda, Gneeveguilla, Rathmore, who left us on 8th March 2023, wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to family, friends and neighbours, who attended the rosary, service and burial, and who provided emotional and practical support for us at this difficult time. For those who telephoned, travelled long distances, sent floral tributes, cards and messages of condolences, we are truly grateful.

A special word of thanks to the medical, nursing and ancillary staff of St. Columbanus Home and Heatherlee Nursing Home, for their kindness and respect in caring for William over the years.

To all those who participated in the mass, especially Monsignor Dan Herlihy, the readers and musicians. Finally, to Sean O’Mahony of St. Bridget’s Funeral Home for his sensitive and professional handling of the arrangements.

To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

The Month’s Mind Mass for William will be held on Friday 14th April at 7.00pm in The Church of the Holy Rosary, Gneeveguilla. All welcome.

10th Anniversary Culloty

In loving memory of Michael Culloty late of Maulykevane, Headford, Killarney who died on the 18th of April 2013. May he Rest in Peace.

NOVENA TO ST. JOSEPH

O Glorious St. Joseph, Faithful father of Jesus to you do we raise our hearts and hands to implore the Sacred Heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our special favours. Especially the grace of a happy death and the special favours we now ask. St. Joseph pray for us.

In loving memory of Patrick Fleming 16 Scrahan Court, Ross Road, Killarney Who died on 16th April 2021.

Remembering you Patrick..

I look at the rivers and imagine you fishing or playing golf.. That wonderful tenor voice singing and no doubt entertaining

A heavenly choir now..

Those ninety wonderful years.. You are so loved missed and thought about in every waking day.

The reminders what you meant to all of us..

Up there with our beautiful Rita..

In between up and down days

We carry you always in our heart.

Your legacy lives on in all of us.. Patrick the husband Patrick the dad

Patrick the great granddad.. The friend..

The friendly butcher

Where you had made so many friends.. Where we can always remember you.. Smiling down with pride beside your loving daughter Rita..

This poem is for you .. Our Patrick, Our Rita.. Loved loved Forgotten.. Never.. (Paula)

Always remembered by your wife Philomena and son Karl.

2nd Anniversary Fleming

In loving memory of Patrick Fleming 16 Scrahan Court, Ross Road, Killarney who passed away on April 16th, 2021.

God saw you getting tired

A cure was not to be

So he put his arms around you

And whispered ‘Come to Me’

A glden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest

God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

From Louise, Des, Corin, Natalie, Lisa, Colin, Lily, Astrid and Jack

PRAYER TO ST. MARGARET

Dear Saint Margaret, before your Martyrdom you prayed that whenever an expectant mother ask’s for your protection, her child might be born without harm, because a voice from heaven assured you that your prayers were heard. Help me now in my need, look after myself, watch over my infant and protect both of us all our lives. We ask this through the intercession of Mary, mother of God and infinite mercy of her son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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In loving memory of A wonderful husband, father and grandfather Colm Foley Late of 101 New Street, Killarney Who died on April 7th 2003.

May the winds of Heaven blow softly An whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

Loved and remembered always by Eileen, Grace, Cormac, James, Colm, Pat, partners & grandchildren.

19th Anniversary Kelliher

In loving memory of Neilus Kelliher, late of Tiernaboul, Killarney, who died 17th April 2004

No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts Is always there for you

Sadly missed but never forgotten. Love Noreen, Declan, Elaine, Eileen, Mike, Ann, Chris, Yvonne, Johnny and grandkids Con, Jamie, and Maggie and Stephen.

Anniversary Mass Saturday 22nd April at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

6th Anniversary Loughnane

In loving memory of Kathleen Loughnane Late of Pike Hill, Lissivigeen, Killarney Who passed away on 18th April 2017. R.I.P

Memories of you are lovingly kept Someone too special to ever forget We hold you close within our hearts. And there you shall remain To walk with us through out our lives Until we meet again.

Always loved and remembered by your brother Timmy, sister-in-law Bridget and nephew Danny.

31ST, 24TH & 19TH ANNIVERSARIES MANGAN

In loving memory of Margaret, Jeremiah and Donie Mangan of Milleen, Kilcummin, Killarney whose anniversaries occur at this time of the year.

Time unfolds another year

Memories keep you very near No need for words except to say You are loved and thought of everyday. Masses offered.

From your loving family.

ST. THERESA

St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to please grant me the favour I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen.

In loving memory of Catherine McCarthy Woodlawn, who passed on 16th April 2019. Rest in Peace God looked around his garden and saw an empty place He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest Gods garden must be beautiful he always takes the best God knew you were in pain and a cure was not to be.

So he closed your weary eyelids And whispered ‘’Come to me’’. With tearful eyes we watched you And saw you slip away Although we loved you dearly We knew you could not stay. It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home. Sadly missed & lovingly remembered by your husband Stephen & all The McCarthy Family.

Anniversary Mass will be held on Monday 17th of April at 6.15pm in St Marys Catherial

4th Anniversary

Moynihan

In loving memory of the late Hannah Moynihan Rossacroo, Headford Who passed away on 22nd April 2019.

As time goes gently by Love and memories never die No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts Mum you are always there.

Sadly missed by Patrick, Peter, Kathryn, Joanne, Timmy, James, sons-in-law, daughters in-law and grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass is on Sunday 23rd April at 11.00am in Barraduff Church.

Prayer To A Special Request

Oh dear Mother of God, our lady of conception aparecidal, oh Saint Rita of Cassia and saint Jude worker of miracles and helper of impossible causes pray for me. Saint expedite, Saint of Urgent causes pray for me. Saint Edwiges the saint of the needy, you know how desperate I feel please ask jesus to he me. ( mention your request) May the sacred heart of jesus be adored and glorified for ever. pray one our father, one hail mary and glory be to the father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning is now and shall be, world without end amen. pray for three days, publish on the third day, see what will happen on the fourth day. MMC

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

In loving memory of Martin and Bridie Murphy

Late of East End, Rathmore

Martin who died on 29th March 2022 Bridie who died on 16th April 2022.

As we lovingly remember Martin and Bridie on their first anniversay, we their family, Ann, Geraldine, Helen and Denis, wish to extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who sympathised and supported us at this sad time.

Thanks to our extended family, neighbours and friends for their generosity and kindness.

Many thanks to all who attended the removal, funeral, sent mass cards, messages of condolences, phone calls, flowers, visited our home, brought food, and travelled with us to Adare for the burial.

Sincere thank you to South Doc, Ambulance Services, Staff of UHK, A&E, Muckross and Scellig Wards, and the Palliative Care team for their care and understanding. Thanks to Dr Christina, Dr Liam and all at Millstreet Medical Centre for their kindness through out the years.

Thanks to the Local PHN, Reen’s pharmacy, and the home help team, for their wonderful care and friendship, that enabled Bridie and Martin to stay at home for many years.

Thanks to Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home for your care and support to Mam in her final weeks, it was much appreciated.

A special thanks to Fr. Pat O Donnell who celebrated their masses, for your kind words of comfort, compassion and for guiding us along the way. To Fr. Seamus Engright CSSR who said prayers at the burial, we thank you.

To Joan and Sheila for their beautiful singing and uplifting church music. To those who formed the guard of honour, those who did a reading or participated in any way at the masses, we thank you.

To John D O’Keeffe undertakers for your help, professionalism and arranging of their burial in Adare, we are very grateful.

Thanks to Centra, Sceil Eile and Rathkeale House Hotel for providing the refreshments and food.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Those we love don’t go away

They walk beside us everyday

Unseen unheard but always near Still loved still missed and very dear.

Lovingly remembered by all your Family. XXX

Martin and Bridies First Anmiversay Mass takes place in St Joseph’s Church Rathmore on Sunday 16th at 11.30am.

23rd Anniversary

MURPHY

In loving memory of Michael F. Murphy late of Kilquane, Headford, Killarney who died on April 18th 2000.

Will those who think of him today

A little prayer to Jesus say.

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Always remembered by your family, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family.

5TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of John O’Connor, late of Ballinskelligs, Scrahan Court and Park Court Apartments who passed away on the 14th of April 2018.

Our hearts are full of memories

With love we speak your name

Though life goes on without you

It will never be the same.

Loved and remembered by your wife Lesha, daughters Elizabeth and Niamh, sons Sean, Daniel, Billy and grandchildren.

3rd Anniversary

O’DONOGHUE

We lovingly remember Our wonderful Mother and Nana Catherine (Kathy) O’Donoghue Tiernaboul, Killarney Whose anniversary occurs on 17th April 2020.

Although you cannot hear her voice

Or see her smile anymore

Your mother walks beside you

Just as she did before.

She listens to your stories

She wipes away your tears

She wraps her arms around you

And she understands your fears

It’s just she isn’t visible

To see with the human eye

But talk to her in silence And her spirit will reply.

You’ll feel the love she has for you

You’ll hear her in your heart

She’s left her human body

But your souls will never part.

A mother holds her children’s hands for a little while

But their hearts forever.

Loved and always remembered by Kevin, Paul, Bernadette and their families.

3rd Anniversary Mass for Kathy is on Saturday 22nd April at 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection, Killarney. Rest In Peace.

17TH ANNIVERSARY O’MEARA (NEE

O’DONONGHUE)

In loving memory of Maura O’Meara nee O’Donoghue late of Muckross, Killarney who died on the 14th April, 2006. We lost a mother with a heart of gold How much we miss her can never be told She shared our troubles and helped us along

If we follow in her footsteps we will never go wrong.

Sadly missed by your loving sons Eoin and Micheál.

17TH

ANNIVERSARY O’MEARA (NEE O’DONONGHUE)

In loving memory of Maura O’Meara nee O’Donoghue late of Muckross, Killarney who died on the 14th April, 2006.

A loving sister with a heart of gold The best this world could ever hold A special person so very rare When we needed you you were always there. You were someone we could talk to On you we could depend You were always our best friend You are always in our thoughts You are simply the best.

Sadly missed by your loving sister Karen, Jimmy, your nieces Beth and Kate and your nephew Danny.

Your memory is a keepsake with which we never part Those special days will not return When we were all together God has you in His keeping But with love and memories in our hearts you will walk with us forever.

Lovingly remembered always by your loving brother Hugh and your nephews Michael and David.

No longer in our lives to share

But in our hearts you are always there Quietly today your memory we treasure Loving you always forgetting you never.

Time passes memories stay Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day In Gods care you rest above In our hearts you rest with love.

Sadly missed by your brother Cono and Anne and niece Moira.

May you always walk in sunshine And God’s love around you grow For the happiness you gave us No one will ever know.

Sadly missed by your loving brother Michael, Edel, Jamie and Lara.

Anniversary Mass will be on Sunday 16th April at 9:30am in Muckross Church.

7TH ANNIVERSARY O’ DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Mary O’Donoghue (Nee O’Donnell) late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney & Athassel Abbey, Golden, Co. Tipperary who died on April 13th 2016

A bouquet of beautiful memories Sprayed with a million tears Wishing God could have spared you If just for a few more years.

It does not take a special day For us to think of you Each mass we hear, each prayer we say Is offered up to you.

We cannot bring the old days back When we were all together The family chain is broken now But memories live forever.

May she rest in peace, dear Jesus In Thy Heavenly home above With the Sacred Heart of Jesus In His own eternal love.

Along the road to yesterday That leads us straight to you Are memories of happy days Together we once knew.

A silent grief that’s in our hearts No human eye can trace For many a broken heart is hid Beneath a smiling face.

Loved Always Jerry

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and forever dear.

Loved and remembered every day Maria & Eileen

NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. JUDE

St. Jude, glorious Apostle, faithful servant and friend of Jesus! the name of the traitor has caused thee to be forgotten by many, but the Church honours and invokes thee universally as the patron of hopeless cases - of matters despaired of. Pray for me who is so miserable; make use, I implore thee, to bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolations and succour of heven in all my neessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may bless your request God with thee and all the elect through eternity. I promise thee, O blessed Jude, to be ever mindful of this favour, and I will never cease to honour thee as m special and powerful patron and to all in my power to encourage devotion to thee Amen. St. Jude, pray fo rus and for all who invoke thy aid, St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us, that we may appease the Divine Justice and obtain a favourable judgement, Pray for us that we may be admitted into the company of hte blessed to rejoice in the presence of God forever Amen. Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle with confidence we invoke thee! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us that before death we may expiate all our sins by sincere repentance and the worthy reception of the Holy Sacrament. T.S

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12TH & 3RD ANNIVERSARIES O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Seamus O’Connor

Late of Clydaugh, Kilcummin

Who died on April 17th 2011. and his father-in-law Joseph Clarke

Who died on 5th April 2020.

For those of you who knew him a legend through and through A kind-hearted character and generous too.

Seamus stone as known to some and memories of him are second to none.

From music to nature he treasured his gifts and just one conversation would have you in fits

Known for his quarry and many a load from Peggy Gordon to Raglan RoadSeamus thank you for all the great stories you told.

Your wisdom and knowledge has shown us the way and we are so thankful to have known you every single day.

Joseph, thoughts of you are never far away

You are always loved and missed every day.

Always missed love Sanrda, Tara, Fiona, Brian, Glen & Ross.

Anniversary Mass for Seamus and Joseph is on Sunday 23rd April at 11.30am in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

4TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

TUOHY

In loving memory of Tony Tuohy

Dennehy’s Bohereen Killarney

Who passed away on April 17th 2019 and Whose birthday occurs on 19th April.

Time and years go gently by But love and memories never die No longer in our lives to share

But in our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed, remembered always by Mam & Dad

Anniversary Mass will be held Monday 17th April at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

TUOHY

In loving memory of Tony Tuohy Dennehy’s Bohereen, Fair Hill, Killarney, who passed away on April 17th 2019.

In God’s care you rest above

In our hearts you rest with love

Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day. Sadly missed by his aunts, uncle and cousins.

4TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

TUOHY

In loving memory of A dear brother & uncle Tony Tuohy

Late of Dennehy’s Bohereen, Killarney Who died on 17th April 2019 and Whose birthday occurs on 19th April. God called your name so softly That only you could hear

And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near The golden gates stood open God saw you needed rest His garden must be beautiful He only takes the best.

Sadly missed by your loving sister Rachel, brother Dermot, nieces Jordyn and Casey and grand nephew Finnán.

O faithful virgin and glorious martyr, St Philomena who works so many miracles on behalf of the poor and sorrowful, have pity on me. Thou knowest the multitude and diversity of my needs. Behold me at thy feet, full of misery, but full of hope. I entreat thy charity o great Saint. Graciously hear me and obtain from God a favourable answer to the request which I now humbly lay before you (here specify your petition). I am firmly convinced that through thy merits, through the scorn, the sufferings and the death thou didst endure, united to the merits of the Passion and Death of Jesus thy spouse, I shall obtain what I ask of thee and in the joy of my heart I will bless God, who is admirable in His saints. Amen. C.D.

29TH ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of A dear husband and father Mortimer O’Donoghue

Late of The Blackthorn House

High Street, Killarney

Who died on 14th April 1994.

Our hearts are full of memories

With love we speak your name

Though life goes on without you

It will never be the same.

Will those who think of him today

A little prayer to Jesus say.

Loved and sadly missed by your wife Teresa and family, Máire, Deirdre, Fiona, Siobhán and Seán.

Powerful Novena

Jesus who has said ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will be open to you. Through the intercession of Mary, the most holy Mother, I knock, I ask that my prayer will be granted (mention request). Oh Jesus has said all you ask the Father in my name he will grant, through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother I humbly beg and urgently ask the Father in Thy name that my prayer be granted (mention request). Jesus who has said Heaven and earth shall pass away but my word shall not pass away through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother. I feel confident my prayer shall be answered. (Mention request). Promise publication.

N.L.

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