There are moments in the life of a city when something extraordinary happens, moments that transcend politics, history and everyday concerns. They become memories etched into the collective heart of its people. This past eight days, our city experienced one of those rare and precious moments. The city came alive in a way that exceeded my wildest dreams, as the joy of the Féile and the All Ireland Fleadh transformed our streets into one great celebration of music, dance, friendship and belonging.