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I realize that most people don themselves in green clothing during this time of the year. It’s common to see green everywhere you look because of people celebrating their Irish heritage and especially around St. Patrick’s Day. However, it might come as a surprise that when I ask for something green and Irish, something truly […]
In the midst of one of the most festive days of the year, when everyone is welcomed to be Irish for the day, a running controversy bubbles just beneath the surface. It has for decades, but now thanks to social media and the ease of sharing memes, it is coming to the surface. In general, […]
St. Patrick’s Day has a universal symbol; the shamrock. What is it exactly? Well, most people can recognize or recreate one if needed. But how many people really know what the shamrock is and why it is such an important symbol? My guess is, not many of us. Therefore, before St. Patrick’s Day pops up, I […]
With St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching, many people will be making their way to Ireland from other areas of the world. For one section in Ireland, onlookers can literally take a step back in time and enjoy the life of a period that has long since been forgotten. But first, you have to get there. […]
Dublin has a distinctive charm and sense of history. Three of its most significant buildings and one major bridge were designed by the same architect – James Gandon. Although he was born and raised in London and was an established architect before moving to Dublin, Ireland’s capital can call him one of our own because […]
New Year’s Day passed us several months ago, but coming up this week is a different kind of New Year. This one is not an Irish celebration, however, it is an interesting custom. I am speaking about the Chinese New Year and even if you are Irish, it is still fascinating to look at the […]
These days, June is as popular for weddings in Ireland as it is anywhere else. Couples want a reasonable chance of not being drenched in rain or shivering with cold on their wedding day, and for many it is convenient to get married when school isn’t in session. But it was not always this way […]
So, you say that you love Ireland? Perhaps you reside somewhere else and you want to be reminded of your favorite place when you are away. Or maybe you met your sweetie on Irish turf or spent special time there with her by your side. How would you choose to remember your time there? We […]
With St. Valentine’s Day on the horizon, this is usually the time of year when people talk about the kind of ice you’d slip on your lady love’s finger. This year, in Ireland and along much of the east coast of the USA, we’re preoccupied with actual ice. We might rather stay in bed than […]
For Valentine’s Day this year, it might be a good rule of thumb if you were to buy your valentine a gift based on her favorite sense. Everyone has a favorite sense whether it’s smell, touch or taste. With a jewelry selection, it is not only important to pick a piece that appeals to her […]
