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Just The Way It Was: Tommy Dan Tims Derrinageer, Ballinaglera A true story of a traditional farm life in County Leitrim, Ireland Paperback – September 13, 2007

by Lorraine Dilts (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars 16 ratings
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In 1947, at the age of 18, Thomas Gilrane immigrated from County Leitrim, Ireland to America. By all standards, he has been successful. Tom found work, served in the US Army, married and earned his American citizenship. His childhood of farming, family, hard work and religion provided him with all he needed to succeed. With his wife Lorraine, he made a life in America, earning his way and raising four children.His memoir details life growing up in a thatched cottage, without electricity, water or any modern conveniences. The simple joys, challenges and difficulties that were typical of living a traditional farm life in rural Ireland are described in vivid detail.It is a fascinating journey, and one that is typical for thousands of Irish families in the early 1900's. This story of immigration is bitter-sweet, full of emotion, humor and sometimes harsh realities. He tells his story matter-of-factly, as he remembers it-Just the Way It Was.Website: Justthewayitwas.com
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  1. Print length
    120 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    September 13, 2007
  4. Dimensions
    6 x 0.3 x 9 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    0595447112
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0595447114
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ iUniverse; 0 edition (September 13, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 120 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0595447112
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0595447114
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.3 x 9 inches
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  • Shannon Perry
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2023
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    I have been researching my own roots in County Leitrim and have recently confirmed that my own Great Grandfather left Derrinageer, Ballinglera in 1890 for Boston. I truly enjoyed this memoir about a place my ancestors lived. Tom’s easy writing style makes it possible to imagine the hard life lived by those in County Leitrim. Thank you for sharing!
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  • Maureen A. Donovan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you for telling it just the way it was!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2013
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    My family is also from Leitrim. I don't know the logistics but they lived nearer to Manor Hamilton and the 10 children were baptised in Killanummery Parish. They were also farmers. I immensely enjoyed this book and hope to visit there someday. Most of the 10 Hart children immigrated to the Boston area around the turn of the century. The last of the 1st generations children born in America just passed away last week. He will be profoundly missed. I would have loved for him to read this book. They had a tough life. Thank you for telling your story just the way it was!!
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great book to read before you travel to the Midlands
    Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2016
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    Great book to read before you travel to the Midlands , or even better Lietrim !
    This generation of Irish built the USA we know today, and shaped the culture of pulling up your own boot straps. I now have a greater appreciation of my Irish heritage.
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  • Maryanne K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book with great memories for mom!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2016
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    My mother is from Leitrim Ireland and loved this book so much. It brought back great memories and I'd recommend it to anyone to read or gift to someone born and raised in Ireland.
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  • Ann P.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Truth in layman's words
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2019
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    Throughly enjoyed this book. Was like reading my parents story
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  • FD Firefighter 121
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2013
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    I got this for my wife. She read it almost in one day, so I suppose she really liked it. Fast shipping from Amazom
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  • MegC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well Documented Memories
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 17, 2013
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    Having had a father born near Drumshambo in 1917 this book transported me back to my chilhood. Reading about Tom's memories was like listening to my fathers stories again. From personal experience the book, without doubt, epitomises rural life in Leitrim as it was. It highlights the closeness of the community, always ready to help. Good times and bad times are well described. Above all it portrays a hard working population striving to survive and succeed. I would recommend the book to anyone with Leitrim roots or an interest in the area. Well done to the author.
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  • D.M.E. Daly
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Exile remembers..
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2014
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    Very simple memoirs of a North Leitrim man who like so many of his time emogratred to the USA and never returned.

    A great present for a Leitim exile.
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