Brendan's birthday book

It was the day before his birthday and Brendan Reid from The Bridge Community in Kilcullen was in top form at the launch of his autobiography 'Living Communities - A Biography Of Sorts' in the Community's new hall on Tuesday 23 June.

Brendan had been pondering about writing his autobiography for quite a few years but it was only in the last 18 months that he actually got down to putting his thoughts on paper.

The 68-page book is a memoir of his life; his childhood in England - although he actually attended the Camp Hill Schools in Scotland. Between its covers, he encompasses the entire range of the human spirit; some heartbreak, but also moments of great joy and happiness.

Readings from the book included his advice to 'Never turn your back on different experiences for that's how we grow'.

Brendan acknowledged the help and encouragement he received in writing his memoirs, particularly from local friends John Martin and Pauline Fagan. But the book is entirely his own work.

Musical entertainment at the launch was provided by Gese Mucke and Nicola Hart.

The book is published by Mischa Fekete (blurb Publishing) from The Bridge Community. It can be ordered at http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/1294410.

Pictured above at the event are Pauline Fagan, Mischa Fekete, author Brendan Reid, and John Martin.

Trish Whelan.