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Beannachtam na Feile Padraig!
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Saint Patrick was a gentleman, Who through strategy and stealth,
Drove all the snakes from Ireland,
Here’s a toasting to his health.
But not too many toastings,
Lest you lose yourself and then
Forget the good Saint Patrick,
And see all those snakes again.
If you haven’t noticed these last weeks—I LOVE Saint Patrick’s Day. I celebrate the heck out of it, look good in green and enjoy toasting. To anything. As I have been gearing up for the big day I noted that though I appear to be decidedly black Irish, in reality I am a mix of bloods and backgrounds—not as varied as some—more eclectic than others. But for now and to quote my favorite movie (that I will be watching tomorrow night. Boondock Saints—A chick flick in my mind—those brothers. those accents. ‘nough said), “Yeah, it is Saint Patty’s Day. Everyone is Irish tonight.”
So grab some Guinness and get creative. Try the Guinness and meat pie from last week. Enjoy the day and learn some new toasts. And let me be the first to say, “Slainte!” (pronounced 'slawn-cha', meaning Health! A common toast in Ireland, the equivalent to ‘Cheers’).
(click next for Guinness recipes and toasts)
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Jitters were the perfect way to start my St. Patrick's Day! Beer and coffee -- what could be better?