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Dear Miriam: 'how do we get our adult son to move out of the family home?'

A reader from Co Wexford asks for help in dealing with her adult son who refuses to move out of the family home, preferring to enjoy his home comforts at the expense of his parents and siblings.

ASK MIRIAM 26 August 2026

Dear Miriam: 'how do we get our adult son to move out of the family home?'

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Editorial: ‘historical work of farm women deserves recognition'

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Dear Miriam: ‘I’m tired of hosting my family's holiday every year’

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Editorial: 'our athletes are inspiring the next generation'

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Every outstanding performance inspires another young person to set the alarm early, pull on their running shoes and put one foot in front of the other and chase their own sporting ambitions.

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'The water crisis has eased on our farm, but the grass battle lies ahead'

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'Rain has arrived in parts of mid-Cork and it's badly needed after the drought'

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Editorial: sea swimming - ‘if you fight the water, the water will always win’

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It was hard to go home and leave the sea behind after a beautiful break – but I’ll be back soon. In the meantime, ladies, just keep swimming.

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Dear Miriam: ‘how can I repair a family rift between my son and daughter'

Dear Miriam: ‘how can I repair a family rift between my son and daughter'

A reader seeks Miriam's counsel on how to resolve a family rift involving her two adult children, one of whom refuses to attend family events due to anxiety caused to his partner by his sister.

ASK MIRIAM 12 August 2026

'The Highlands reminded me of Kerry – but not quite as beautiful'

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A holiday in Scotland reminded Katherine O’Leary of Ireland’s farming landscape, from the mountains and fields to the familiar beauty of Kerry.

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‘Even sitting in a hospital waiting room can be something to be thankful for'

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Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

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