Finally found time during the holiday break to give Dublin Threads the update it deserves.Drop me a message using the chat button - I'd love to hear your thoughts! 💬
From newcomers to community builders - our journey of falling in love with Dublin
Hey there! I'm Andy, a software engineer who found home in Dublin with my amazing wife and our two playful cats. When we're not chasing our cats around the house, you'll probably find us exploring Dublin's trails, looking for local board game nights (always eager to join!), or planning our next picnic at one of Dublin's beautiful parks. We're big believers in bringing people together - there's something magical about sharing stories over good food in our city's green spaces.
Looking ahead to 2025, we're dreaming bigger! Beyond just tracking developments, we want to help build real connections. Imagine community picnics where neighbors become friends, board game meetups where stories are shared, and group hikes exploring Dublin's beautiful trails together. We believe technology should bring people together in real life, not just online. Dublin Threads is our way of weaving those connections, one update at a time.
2024 was incredible - watching Dublin Threads grow from a personal project into a community resource has been humbling. Over 10,000 visits and 50+ regular users later, each notification of someone new joining the conversation still brings a smile to my face. Your comments, suggestions, and the way you've shared this platform with neighbors have made all those late-night coding sessions worth it. During the holiday break, my wife kept bringing me coffee while I worked on this update (she's the real MVP!).
After buying our home here in 2023, I found myself constantly checking city websites and community forums, trying to stay in the loop about local developments. The information was there, but it wasn't always easy to find or follow. That's when the idea hit me - why not create something that makes it easier for all of us to stay connected with our city's growth? Dublin Threads started as a simple project but grew into something more meaningful: a digital gathering place for our community.
Moving to Dublin in 2022 was one of our best decisions. Those first walks through Emerald Glen Park, discovering hidden trails, and watching the sunset paint the hills in golden hues - we knew we'd found something special. The way the morning fog rolls over the hills, the friendly waves from neighbors, and those perfect spring days when wildflowers dot the hillsides... it all just felt right. We especially love how Dublin balances natural beauty with thoughtful development, keeping that small-town charm while growing responsibly.
Whether you've been here for decades or just moved in last week, you're part of what makes Dublin special. We'd love to hear your stories, your ideas, and your hopes for our city. Let's make Dublin Threads not just a website, but a bridge that connects our online community to real-world friendships. Together, we can make Dublin feel even more like home.