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As this Derry trip comes to a close I can’t help but feel a little sorrowful.  This trip was very good but also very hard. Everything that we learned and everyone that we heard from sparked so much joy, interest, and moments of mourning.  Whats my favorite part of this trip you ask? It’s theContinue reading “Resilience”

Roy Arbuckle is a true delight and leaves a smile on everyone’s face after talking with him.  It was a pleasure to be able to meet with him, ask him a few questions, and truly just be in his presence.  Roy tries to live by the mantra “be joyful,” and one thing that brings himContinue reading “The Joyous Roy Arbuckle”

The History of Derry Rings are a small but well encompassed part of the Derry culture and history.  It started out with eight different symbols on it, all with the intention of remembering the history and being able to carry it with you.  As time went on, more symbols were added to the ring toContinue reading “The History of Derry Ring”