How a flying Fiji visit will jog wistful memories of home for Emeli Ó hAilpín

How a flying Fiji visit will jog wistful memories of home for Emeli Ó hAilpín

GAA legend Seán Óg, who grew up with rugby league, pays tribute to his mother who left her native land for the sake of family

Former Cork star Seán Óg Ó hAilpín at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh this week. Photo: Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision

When Emeli Ó hAilpín left her birthplace 38 years ago a piece of her died. For the sake of her new family, she would never mourn the loss.

Today, for a few hours at least, she can recreate the life she left behind and celebrate the one she gained.