Let’s begin this first day in March with an Irish blessing. May flowers always line your path and sunshine light your day. May songbirds serenade you every step along the way. May a rainbow run beside you in a sky that’s always blue. May happiness fill your heart each day your whole life through.
Category Archives: History
Did St. Valentine Have Irish Roots?
St. Valentine may not have had Irish roots but nowadays his remains are rooted in Dublin, Ireland. Yes, that’s correct. In the 1800s an Irish Carmelite priest requested Valentine’s remains to be exhumed and moved to Whitefriar Street Carmelite Church in Dublin, Ireland. And, the pope agreed. So….it’s official. Valentine, the heart of hearts, hasContinue reading “Did St. Valentine Have Irish Roots?”
The Flower of France
A post asking readers to sign up for my newsletter. If they do, they will learn the connection between France and French Hill cottage.
Ireland’s Autumn Equinox and Book Giveaway
Star O’Brien two book giveaway to celebrate the autumn equinox.
Reek Sunday and The Pilgrim’s Path
Croagh Patrick is Ireland’s pilgrimage mountain. Post about Reek Sunday and the Pilgrim’s Path.