THE WEARING OF THE GREEN

My given name is Patricia, and I was educated by Irish nuns ...

so of course St Patrick's Day was quite the festive occasion in my youth.

Each year I sang in the local St Patrick's Day concert -

the Irish/Australians like a celebration here, just as in the Old Country.

My mother bought me these treasures on a visit to Ireland 30 years ago ..

and I found this shamrock cookie cutter in Ottawa in 2010.

Made shamrocks today

Some people think green is unlucky,

but not me; I love it!

I'm wearing this emerald green top, recently found in a Mall about town.

St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland.

and here's an Irish Blessing for you.

Whether you have a glass or two of Guinness, an Irish coffee, dance a jig or sing the old ballads...

A very Happy St Patrick's Day to ye all!

xxxx