I must add that talking of Bridie Gallagher reminds me of a night when some friends and I went to see and hear her perform at a rural dancehall in Co.Waterford. The place was packed and the attached bar did a roaring trade. One of my friends , much the worst for wear , after the interval, jumped on stage and with arms outstretched, advanced on Bridie swearing his eternal devotion......Two "minders" opened the nearest Exit door with his head ! But, he never felt anything only the pangs of love!