Did I Ever Tell You?

Title: Did I Ever Tell You?

Date of Publication: November 2025

About this publication: Did I Ever Tell You is a storytelling initiative which aims to collect the thoughts and memories of older individuals in HSE healthcare settings across the counties of Kildare, Offaly, and Westmeath through a variety of creative engagements and artistic mediums.

As part of this initiative, Fighting Words faciliator John Grogan worked with residents in two care homes in Co. Westmeath to tell their in their own words. The publication is illustrated by Czacarri Muli.

We think you will agree that each story is full of honesty, humour and personal insights. Congratulations to all the writers for a fantastic achievement.

Enjoy!

The Did I Ever Tell You? project is supported by Westmeath County Council.