Keepy-uppies: We need to talk about maintaining male friendships 

A man’s social circle often dwindles between his mid-20s to early 30s when he meets a life partner. But maintaining connections with old mates and making new ones can improve mental health, whether it’s having a drink at the local pub, watching a game together, or playing five-a-side soccer

Finian Murray says groups and clubs are important for men as they get older.

Back in late September, the pieces finally fell into place. 

One of my best friends wasn’t working as usual between Dublin and Galway but was in north Kerry at his uncle’s house, a mere two hours away from my West Cork bolthole.