GALLERY: Introducing the 2023 Rose of Tralee hopefuls - who will wear the crown?

Boston & New England Rose

Fiona Weir

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Hello! My name is Fiona Weir and I am honoured to be representing Boston and New England for the 2023 Rose of Tralee International Festival. I am 23 years old and live in Boston, Massachusetts. After receiving my Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, I started as a full-time medical/surgical nurse at a public hospital in Boston. The most rewarding part of my job is when I can sit and talk with patients and listen to their stories because it helps build a bond with them and humanises the job. Knowing I make the patient’s hospital stay more comfortable is my favourite part about my position. I also can be found walking my dogs, running, playing soccer, traveling, and having tea with my granny while listening to the Irish Hour. My grandparents immigrated to Boston over 60 years ago. My Granny comes from Co. Leitrim and my grandfather from Co. Mayo. My great-grandparents come from Co. Galway and Co. Clare. I am privileged to have visited Ireland many times to visit family and friends and Ireland will always feel like a second home to me.