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Caroline’s New House
Caroline Carroll-Boyd was one of Habitat for Humanity’s first homeowners. During the build she wrote:
“I can’t begin to explain how exciting it is to be part of such a great programme, which will allow low-income families such as us to become homeowners.
When we were told where the houses were going to be and seeing the plans gave me a lump in my throat. I grew up here. Just here, where the homes are being built, was called The Barley Field. As children, we used to play here after the barley had been harvested – before the farmer baled the straw. We made houses out of the straw and grass and played for hours. Now we are building houses again but I am no longer a child and the houses will not be made of straw. I especially have a sentimental attachment to this area and hope to share my memories with my children as they grow up where I grew up.
The four families here are delighted to be taking part in Habitat for Humanity Ireland’s first build and we’re really looking forward to getting our hands dirty on-site and working with the people who are giving up their time to help us build our homes.”
Posted by John Ryan on 29 Sep 08
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