Most of us have heard of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. This is the classic story which revolves around Ebenezer Scrooge and his visits from the three ghosts of Christmas. Ireland has it’s own version of A Christmas Carol that some people have read and consider it their principal Christmas tale. The book is […]
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Thanks, Harvests and Traditions of Ireland
It occurred to me, since I live in the U.S., to wonder what traditions occur in Ireland, if any, in conjunction with our big holidays. This week is our Thanksgiving which is a big holiday in the U.S., then we follow that with the notorious day known as Black Friday. Even though, this too is […]
Pilgrimages to Spirituality
Much of Celtic spirituality has revolved around designs, artwork and various other mediums. It is usually easy to identify a work of Celtic art because of it’s unique characteristics. These symbols included combining religious symbols with overlays and other geometric shapes. The designs are usually very ornate and detailed. One of the most famous examples of […]
Give Thanks “Go Raibh Maith”
What is it that you are thankful for? Are you sure to be thankful every day or are you one who has to be reminded of all the blessings you do have periodically? Saying thanks is no stranger to Ireland and their culture because blessings are somewhat ingrained into their habits and behavior. There are […]
Winter Wonders
One can often wonder about Ireland in the winter time. For instance, if someone wanted to travel to this great isle, would this be the time of year to do it or should that person wait? Well, suffice it to say, there should really be nothing stopping anyone from visiting Ireland in the wintertime for […]
Beware of Banshees
There are many omens that depict death in different cultures depending on where you live. In Ireland, there is a mythological spirit known as that banshee that has long been known as a symbol for death. The story of the banshee is actually quite sad. She is said to have been a young woman who […]
The Bodies in the Bogs
Ireland can be just a tad spooky this time of year with the fog and the howling winds, but if you are passing by a bog at night, you are probably better off not thinking too much about what… or who… is buried there. If any souls have ever had a reason to roam the […]
Remembering Hannah
There was a time when women did not have the same rights that they have today. Every year in November for the U.S. and at other times in other countries, the polls open and people over the age of eighteen,( or even sixteen in some countries,) are allowed to vote on key issues and people […]
Brigid the Triple Goddess
Brigid is a famed mythological goddess of the Celts with not just one key attribute but three distinct ways in which she ruled the ways. Her skills were in healing physical ails, poetry and smithcraft. This would make her the perfect goddess symbol for Shanore, for she would have appreciated the fine metal working that […]
Poignancy from Revolution
Civil wars have been hallmark in many countries. Ireland is no stranger to war. If we can take anything from them, then perhaps it can be some of the most heart-tugging and memorable love stories. This again, is not unique to the Republic of Ireland. During times of civil strife, many people become divided by […]