Happy St. Patrick's Day to the Irish Here

[AvgGuyIA]

Dedicated to you:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nSFvBn7t1w

[sgdp]

I love that song. Always gives me chills. :)

And, I appreciate your tribute not being a typical drunken leprechaun!

Happy St. Patrick's Day, a day my clan holds true and dear.

ETA: Interestingly enough, it's my Scottish clan that is a deep observer. Though, I still have the Irish in me. :)

[King Cantona]

Thank you, my parents didn't make the long trip to the US, they made the shorter trip across The Irish Sea.....:)......

[King Cantona]

I love that song. Always gives me chills. :)


And here's a great favourite of mine:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZRWNdGCUc

[nortman]

A big thank you to the OP from O'Nortman.

[nortman]

The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem were favorites of my father when I was growing up. They were great Irish musicians.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsaQPobUZiM
Four Green Fields: about the loss of family during fighting against the British.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcG1JNpazN4
I love this song sung with an Irish accent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejeyoqH_Gg0
I saw him and Liam Clancy in concert the first time I heard this song.

[AvgGuyIA]

A big thank you to the OP from O'Nortman.And a "tip o' the hat" back at you from O'AvgGuyIA! :))

[AvgGuyIA]

And here's a great favourite of mine:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZRWNdGCUcA beautiful song. I've never heard it before. I wonder what some of the audience was yelling when they sang the song by themselves?

[livia]

I'm from Northern Ireland but am home alone with baby so can't really celebrate! don't know if I count though, as i'm a Brit;-)

[badkarma]

And here's a great favourite of mine:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZRWNdGCUc
And a version by a very Irish, very punk and very proud band.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10agPj0Vzu4

And here they are singing about the Fighting 69th (the original Fighting Irish!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UmtJ30Rl5o&feature=related

[Tinker]

Ugh, I wish I had some Irish in me... but unfortunately I think I only have French/Euro descendants.... boo :razz:

[birddog1]

Ugh, I wish I had some Irish in me... but unfortunately I think I only have French/Euro descendants.... boo :razz:

Look on the bright side, if you could convince people to celebrate military defeat you could get a lot of time off work.

[ValricoKate]

I am very Irish, county Sligo among others.
Scot and Welsh too.
(We pretend we don't have any English in us but we do)
BTW
I found this and as much as I dislike him ... this makes me giggle (Especially the part where he is "Riverdancing")

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HplZ_taHXLM&feature=related

[livia]

I reckon that if all those Americans who claimed some Irish ancestry, got together and went back to the "homecountry", Ireland could take over the world:lol:

[ValricoKate]

I reckon that if all those Americans who claimed some Irish ancestry, got together and went back to the "homecountry", Ireland could take over the world:lol:

be a wee bit crowded...:mrgreen: < see it's green too

[ValricoKate]

I had the privilege of being taught by Irish missionary nuns in Columbus Ga. http://www.ursulines.ie/ireland.htm
Truly some of the kindest, most loving and intelligent women I've ever had the pleasure to meet.


Edited to say ... I just found the old school on the web ...seems the nuns were recalled to Ireland in 1997

[livia]

be a wee bit crowded...:mrgreen: < see it's green too

Ha ha! And what is it about the Irish that makes all Americans want to be one?
And is it just today - or all year around:mrgreen:

[Lady Liberty]

Irish here! Family arrived in 1790.

Ĺáí vrùn` rú vú ahu Cú
ĺáí rutsang fui at Cúac req
ĺáí Ĺáh Rháí rháíć ám van Cúac cid`
ĺáí cuin fau fyen van Cúha gaty
tca´a ńamá ra´m, ĺáí Ĺáh xoĺ Cú
av uun Hir tang ac.

May the road rise up to meet you,
may the wind be always at your back,
may the Sun shine warm upon your face,
may the rain fall soft upon your fields,
and until we meet again; may God hold you
in the hollow of His hand.

JackoPierce youtube video of this Irish Blessing put to music. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOW5osEKTKY)

[birddog1]

Ha ha! And what is it about the Irish that makes all Americans want to be one?
And is it just today - or all year around:mrgreen:

It is a great excuse to go on a good bender once a year!

[ValricoKate]

Ha ha! And what is it about the Irish that makes all Americans want to be one?
And is it just today - or all year around:mrgreen:

kind heart, gentle soul, love of man, good humor at their best.

Able to figure out a way to drink beer in honor of a saint during lent - at worst.

[ValricoKate]

Irish here! Family arrived in 1790.

Ĺáí vrùn` rú vú ahu Cú
ĺáí rutsang fui at Cúac req
ĺáí Ĺáh Rháí rháíć ám van Cúac cid`
ĺáí cuin fau fyen van Cúha gaty
tca´a ńamá ra´m, ĺáí Ĺáh xoĺ Cú
av uun Hir tang ac.

May the road rise up to meet you,
may the wind be always at your back,
may the Sun shine warm upon your face,
may the rain fall soft upon your fields,
and until we meet again; may God hold you
in the hollow of His hand.

JackoPierce youtube video of this Irish Blessing put to music. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOW5osEKTKY)

do you speak Gaelic?

It something I've had on my to do list for quite sometime.
I went to the Irish Riviera in New Jersey and was fascinated to hear it in the hotel where I was staying.

[noose4]

And here's a great favourite of mine:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLZRWNdGCUc

i love that song!!!!

HAPPY ST PATRICK'S DAY!!!!

“The problem with some people is that when they aren't drunk, they're sober.”

http://thinkexist.com/i/sq/as4.gif William Butler Yeats (http://thinkexist.com/quotes/william_butler_yeats/)

[noose4]

I reckon that if all those Americans who claimed some Irish ancestry, got together and went back to the "homecountry", Ireland could take over the world:lol:

i have heard it said, i forget by who, that the irish have gone off and won everybody's war but their own.

[Ballygrl]

Thanks!

And Happy St. Patricks Day to everyone out there lucky enough to be Irish :mrgreen: and actually everyone is Irish today so Happy St. Patricks Day to all of you.

Oh jeez, Danny Boy, the 1 song that makes every Irishman cry. :cry:

[DaGooseMon]

And a version by a very Irish, very punk and very proud band.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10agPj0Vzu4

And here they are singing about the Fighting 69th (the original Fighting Irish!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UmtJ30Rl5o&feature=related

I think you need some "Shipping Up To Boston" on this St. Patty's Day...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-64CaD8GXw

I love that song.

[iamredbeard]

It's a Great Day for the Irish,
It's a great day for the fair!
The sidewalks of New York are thick with blarney,
For sure you'd think of New York was ol' Killarney!

It's a great day for the shamrock,
For the flags in full array.
We're feeling so inspirish,
Sure because for all the Irish,
It's a Great, Great, DAY!
http://www.eirefirst.com/i.html

[iamredbeard]

And a version by a very Irish, very punk and very proud band.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10agPj0Vzu4

And here they are singing about the Fighting 69th (the original Fighting Irish!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UmtJ30Rl5o&feature=related

http://www.irishbrigade.com/acatalog/flag2.jpg

[noose4]

one of my favorite, if not my favorite, irish songs, makes me think about how my neighborhood has changed so much since i was young.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5GYhFj0fSg

[nortman]

Irish here! Family arrived in 1790.

Ĺáí vrùn` rú vú ahu Cú
ĺáí rutsang fui at Cúac req
ĺáí Ĺáh Rháí rháíć ám van Cúac cid`
ĺáí cuin fau fyen van Cúha gaty
tca´a ńamá ra´m, ĺáí Ĺáh xoĺ Cú
av uun Hir tang ac.

May the road rise up to meet you,
may the wind be always at your back,
may the Sun shine warm upon your face,
may the rain fall soft upon your fields,
and until we meet again; may God hold you
in the hollow of His hand.

JackoPierce youtube video of this Irish Blessing put to music. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOW5osEKTKY)My ancestor left in 1845 to come here at the ripe old age of 15

[nortman]

I would see if I could find my favorite song be "Black 47", but I would get a time out for it.

[livia]

I would see if I could find my favorite song be "Black 47", but I would get a time out for it.

From looking at their website - I can see why!!! Best leaving songs about the current/recent conflicts out of today's celebrations:mrgreen:

[sgdp]

I just have to add Gilbert O'Sullivan here. Love this guy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nc6t7HvyztI

"The Luck of the Irish"

[nortman]

From looking at their website - I can see why!!! Best leaving songs about the current/recent conflicts out of today's celebrations:mrgreen:
I'm not into the radical stuff, but they have a song that is absolutely hysterically Irish.

[Seanachie]

I would see if I could find my favorite song be "Black 47", but I would get a time out for it.

A 'Black 47' story for ya. Many years ago I took my Son with me (he was 16 at the time) to a 'Free Joe Doherty' rally outside the MCC in Manhattan, NYC. Black 47 performed at a nearby park. The rally then moved to a block party at 'Katey OToole's' on Reade St. 5 blocks North of where the World Trade Center then stood.

Word got out that Black 47 was playing at an Irish Bar uptown that evening. My Son wanted to hear the band again so off we went via subway. Didn't take much effort to sneak him into the bar. No drinking allowed of course. We stayed for a couple of hours and caught the last train back to Jersey from Penn Station. Me dear darling X was a wee bit miffed over the whole thing but my Son was happy to get in touch with his Irish roots. I never did get why he was so impressed with Black 47 though I've heard they've improved greatly since those early days. I was impressed by the Uilleann Bag Piper. It was a good experience overall despite the reason we went there.

PS: Joe Doherty is now free and living in Belfast, N. Ireland.

PSS: Happy St. Patrick's day to all.

JIm

[Seanachie]

The Dubliners performing the 'Seven Drunken Nights'. A wee bit comical and tamed down a tad from other versions.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z7oW0W77no&feature=related

[Ballygrl]

I can't believe no 1 mentioned Flogging Molly!

Here's the song Salty Dog:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqP-M8Oj4wY

[Ballygrl]

A 'Black 47' story for ya. Many years ago I took my Son with me (he was 16 at the time) to a 'Free Joe Doherty' rally outside the MCC in Manhattan, NYC. Black 47 performed at a nearby park. The rally then moved to a block party at 'Katey OToole's' on Reade St. 4 blocks North of where the World Trade Center then stood.

Word got out that Black 47 was playing at an Irish Bar uptown that evening. My Son wanted to hear the band again so off we went via subway. Didn't take much effort to sneak him into the bar. No drinking allowed of course. We stayed for a couple of hours and caught the last train back to Jersey from Penn Station. Me dear darling X was a wee bit miffed over the whole thing but my Son was happy to get in touch with his Irish roots. I never did get why he was so impressed with Black 47 though I've heard they've improved greatly since those early days. I was impressed by the Uilleann Bag Piper. It was a good experience overall despite the reason we went there.

PS: Joe Doherty is now free and living in Belfast, N. Ireland.

PSS: Happy St. Patrick's day to all.

JIm

That's a great story and I'm sure a great memory for your son.

[Seanachie]

I love that song. Always gives me chills. :)

And, I appreciate your tribute not being a typical drunken leprechaun!

Happy St. Patrick's Day, a day my clan holds true and dear.

ETA: Interestingly enough, it's my Scottish clan that is a deep observer. Though, I still have the Irish in me. :)


Perhaps you may enjoy this song by Makem & Clancy;

'Sound The Pibroch'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXX1Qp3tqUI&feature=related
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuCmZNvnxlI&feature=related)

[Seanachie]

That's a great story and I'm sure a great memory for your son.

We laugh about it all the time; especially his Mother's rantings after I dropped him off at home somewhere around 2:30 AM. A happy Lassie she was NOT; especially when my Son told her to chill out "It's just a (Insert a two-syllable Irish surname here) thing". That still cracks me up!

Be well Lady,

Jim

[Samm]

Ugh, I wish I had some Irish in me... but unfortunately I think I only have French/Euro descendants.... boo :razz:

Don't fret... on St. Paddies Day everybody is Irish. :hug:

[Seanachie]

As this St. Patrick's Day winds down; I recall a song sung by many artists with many renditions. But the lyrics remain basically the same.

It was written by Eric Bogle after seeing a gravestone in France memorializing Private William McBride, age 19; a Soldier killed in battle in 1916 and buried in 'The Green fields of France' as the song is sometimes titled.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Bogle << Edited; seems the 1st link wouldn't work. Jim



With our Nation at War; it is as apropos now as it was then and it is dedicated to all the men and women who have given 'The Ultimate Sacrifice' while keeping our freedoms sacrosanct. May the Good Lord rest their Souls in a very special place in our hearts and minds and in His Peaceful Kingdom.

The following version is performed by 'Dropkick Murphys'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5s4wjOmW_M&feature=related

May the Good Lord and St. Patrick Bless and protect all of our Soldiers.

Jim

[sgdp]

My city had its first annual St. Patrick's Day parade. It was running really behind, though.

But...there's simply nothing as thrilling as being the only one doing the "Cha Cha Slide" in the middle of the street. :mrgreen:

Now, I associate that with St. Patty's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nbMLOr0tHU

[Dreamy]

As this St. Patrick's Day winds down; I recall a song sung by many artists with many renditions. But the lyrics remain basically the same.

It was written by Eric Bogle after seeing a gravestone in France memorializing Private William McBride, age 19; a Soldier killed in battle in 1916 and buried in 'The Green fields of France' as the song is sometimes titled.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Man%27s_Land_(Eric_Bogle_song (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Man%27s_Land_%28Eric_Bogle_song))


With our Nation at War; it is as apropos now as it was then and it is dedicated to all the men and women who have given 'The Ultimate Sacrifice' while keeping our freedoms sacrosanct. May the Good Lord rest their Souls in a very special place in our hearts and minds and in His Peaceful Kingdom.

The following version is performed by 'Dropkick Murphys'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5s4wjOmW_M&feature=related

May the Good Lord and St. Patrick Bless and protect all of our Soldiers.

Jim

Thanks for sharing this Jim and for remembering our soldiers and their sacrifice today and always I am sure. God Bless you good man.

[JenyEliza]

Co. Fermanagh, Enniskillen, No. Ireland here!

Though I missed the official greetings here inthe thread and the day is done, let me just say Happy St. Paddy's to all! Hope your day was fabulous!

:hug:
Jeny

[Seanachie]

do you speak Gaelic?

It something I've had on my to do list for quite sometime.
I went to the Irish Riviera in New Jersey and was fascinated to hear it in the hotel where I was staying.

I gather you were in Spring Lake. (The Irish Riviera) Nice place but any house there comes on a champagne budget along with the 'lace' curtains. Did some electrical work there for the Mara Family at their summer home. I'm still mad at the General Contractor for not sharing any Giants tickets with me that the Mara's shared with him. He was last on my list of priorities for over a year. The skin-flint still wouldn't part with just one of those coveted Giants tickets. He is a very nice guy though and I magnanimously forgave him after he picked up our bar tabs for that year. Glad I swore that stuff off!

My older Brother speaks Irish Gael along with four other languages. Me >> I have enough trouble with the Dominican Nuns' harsh training in English.

I'll have to tell you the story of my older Brother at Doolans in Spring Lake and the flying baked potatoes during a NORAID dinner there. The eldest will never live it down. If he croaks before the nine of us remaining; (one gone 3 yrs ago) we'll be placing some spuds in his coffin in case he has need of some ammunition in the next life. (No booze however; that's what caused the projectile spuds to fly about in the 1st place) I can just picture the 'Pearly Gates' being decorated with spud projectiles as me Brother tells them he's not there to get in but they all have five minutes to get out. Heck of a way to make french-fries if he decides on cremation.

Be well Lady and thank those lucky Irish stars that your Nuns were Irish and not Dominican.

Jim

[livia]

As this St. Patrick's Day winds down; I recall a song sung by many artists with many renditions. But the lyrics remain basically the same.

It was written by Eric Bogle after seeing a gravestone in France memorializing Private William McBride, age 19; a Soldier killed in battle in 1916 and buried in 'The Green fields of France' as the song is sometimes titled.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Bogle << Edited; seems the 1st link wouldn't work. Jim



With our Nation at War; it is as apropos now as it was then and it is dedicated to all the men and women who have given 'The Ultimate Sacrifice' while keeping our freedoms sacrosanct. May the Good Lord rest their Souls in a very special place in our hearts and minds and in His Peaceful Kingdom.

The following version is performed by 'Dropkick Murphys'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5s4wjOmW_M&feature=related

May the Good Lord and St. Patrick Bless and protect all of our Soldiers.

Jim



The Green Fields of France is a great song - and really unites both Protestant and Catholic to remember the ten of thousands of Irish soldiers who died in World War One. Something which is so often forgotten in the turbulent history of Ireland.

I had to "wiki" Joe Doherty, as he's not well know over here, and whilst I don't agree with his murders, or with freeing republican and loyalist prisoners, it is heartening to see that he is helping those less fortunate since his release and has distanced himself from the current RIRA activities.

[livia]

Co. Fermanagh, Enniskillen, No. Ireland here!

Though I missed the official greetings here inthe thread and the day is done, let me just say Happy St. Paddy's to all! Hope your day was fabulous!

:hug:
Jeny

I know it well - right on the shores of Lough Erne - a really beautiful part of the country and great for holidays if you ever get the chance.

I'm from between Ballymena and Antrim in Co. Antrim.

[Seanachie]

The Green Fields of France is a great song - and really unites both Protestant and Catholic to remember the ten of thousands of Irish soldiers who died in World War One. Something which is so often forgotten in the turbulent history of Ireland.

I had to "wiki" Joe Doherty, as he's not well know over here, and whilst I don't agree with his murders, or with freeing republican and loyalist prisoners, it is heartening to see that he is helping those less fortunate since his release and has distanced himself from the current RIRA activities.


Hello Livia,

The Angels of Death know no Nationality, no Religion. They do not discriminate in the taking of Souls for the sorting out.

The following song, 'The Band Played Waltzing Matilda' played/sung by Makem & Clancy in this rendition was also written by Eric Bogle. Wiki link again follows: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Bogle

This song also deals with the horrors of war and death.

'The Band Played Waltzing Matilda' >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDit0DyItsM&NR=1


Just so we don't dwell on death too keenly and the orderly fashion of the passing; another song, 'Isn't It Grand Boys', this rendition by Tommy Makem and the Clancys;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDfau1cmAmE&feature=related

Many years ago I wrote two poems to contrast 'Good' & 'Evil' in the writing of dialogue between between a Catholic Bishop and an IRA Man. Perhaps I'll get around to finishing the book before I kick off.

The following is a quote of my own words from Rhets Cuddles thread in the OO Forum. Rhet is an English Professor;

Perhaps this poem I wrote many years ago will bring you some solace when the World around you is so darn frustrating,

THE REDEEMER

I AM LOVE, I AM LIGHT, ILLUMINATOR OF ALL ESSENCE
I AM HARMONY, GRACE ME WITH YOUR PRESENCE
WE WILL SHOW THE WAY, BLAZE RADIANT PATHS OF SIGHT
I AM FAITH, HOPE, ELIMINATOR OF DARKEST NIGHT

I AM THE BEGINNING, I CARESS YOU WITH THE DAWN
I AM JUSTICE INVIOLATE, DIASPORA OF WRETCHED WRONG
WE WILL BRING THEM COURAGE, BRAVERY FOUND IN DREAMS
I AM SALVATION’S BEACON, SILENCER OF SCHEMES

I AM THE KINGDOM PROMISED, MARVEL AT THE SIGHT
I AM THE BLESSED REALM, I TEND ALL SOULS OF RIGHT
WE WILL LIFT THEIR HEARTS, FILL THEIR LIVES WITH MIRTH
I AM THE VESSEL OF VIRTUE, SACRED WATER OF THE EARTH

I AM THE SUPREME BEING, FROM ME ALL ENEMIES COWER
I AM THE BENEVOLENT BENEFACTOR, SHARE MY IMMORTAL POWER
I AM RIGHTEOUSNESS, THE CREATOR GIVES ME FAME
I AM THE REDEEMER, PERPETUAL UNDYING FLAME

I posted this and its direct opposite (Evil Personified) shortly after I joined the Hannity Forums. Poetry goes over here like a lead balloon. Oh well!
Perhaps you may enjoy it. Link to the original posting follows.

http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=41132881&postcount=1

Be well Lady,

Jim

I suppose the point of all this is that 'Good' or 'Evil' does not differentiate between any two Souls based on Religious affiliation or beliefs; but simply on those traits exhibited by every individual human being.

Be well Lady,

Jim

PS: Please feel free to share my poems with any if you so choose. Perhaps these words may have some small rippling effect somewhere throughout God's Great Universe.

[King Cantona]

My parents are both Irish and all of my relatives as far back as you want to go as well...

I still remember at the height of the IRA bombings how my mother wanted to buy something out of the paper (people would adverise a TV or whatever and you'd enquire on the phone before getting the address) and she'd drive over and get me to go to the front door because she was scared of speaking with an Irish accent...

She told me that once she was buying something in the shop and a woman heard her speaking and said "oh, you're Irish", my mother replied that she was and the lady went on to say "oh it must be beautiful" and my mother thinking that she was being friendly replied that it was. The woman's face turned into a mask of hatred and she hissed "well why don't you go back then!" My mum still tells that story now because she thinks it's funny, it is now but back then it wouldn't have been...

[Mithrastan]

Thank God it is over.

I have had enough with the pretentious and mellifluous toasts, punk rock music with bagpipes, green beer, and all the other requisite trappings.
Now all the amateurs are at home with nasty hangovers, and I'm eating Day after St. Paddy's Day Ruben sandwiches.

[Samm]

Thank God it is over.

I have had enough with the pretentious and mellifluous toasts, punk rock music with bagpipes, green beer, and all the other requisite trappings.
Now all the amateurs are at home with nasty hangovers, and I'm eating Day after St. Paddy's Day Ruben sandwiches.

Yep... now I can go back to being a Swede. ;)


But that Guiness meat pie my wife made for dinner last night was worth it. :drool:

[King Cantona]

And a version by a very Irish, very punk and very proud band.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10agPj0Vzu4

Sorry mate, I prefer The Dubliners version..........

[sgdp]

My parents are both Irish and all of my relatives as far back as you want to go as well...

I still remember at the height of the IRA bombings how my mother wanted to buy something out of the paper (people would adverise a TV or whatever and you'd enquire on the phone before getting the address) and she'd drive over and get me to go to the front door because she was scared of speaking with an Irish accent...

She told me that once she was buying something in the shop and a woman heard her speaking and said "oh, you're Irish", my mother replied that she was and the lady went on to say "oh it must be beautiful" and my mother thinking that she was being friendly replied that it was. The woman's face turned into a mask of hatred and she hissed "well why don't you go back then!" My mum still tells that story now because she thinks it's funny, it is now but back then it wouldn't have been...

Wow. That's quite the story. Good for your mother now taking it in stride. :)

[Seanachie]

Co. Fermanagh, Enniskillen, No. Ireland here!

Though I missed the official greetings here inthe thread and the day is done, let me just say Happy St. Paddy's to all! Hope your day was fabulous!

:hug:
Jeny


Hello JenyEliza,

So you arrived a wee bit late to the party; it's never to late to enter the dance.

Tommy Makem and the Clancy Brothers with a tune commemorating the Enniskillen Dragoons. They're all gone now (with the exception of Liam Clancy) and playing on 'Fiddlers Green'. I'm quite sure that place is all the better for having this spirited bunch.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geNyk3w90O4&feature=related

Never to late to move those feet Lady,

Be well,

Jim

[Seanachie]

My parents are both Irish and all of my relatives as far back as you want to go as well...

I still remember at the height of the IRA bombings how my mother wanted to buy something out of the paper (people would adverise a TV or whatever and you'd enquire on the phone before getting the address) and she'd drive over and get me to go to the front door because she was scared of speaking with an Irish accent...

She told me that once she was buying something in the shop and a woman heard her speaking and said "oh, you're Irish", my mother replied that she was and the lady went on to say "oh it must be beautiful" and my mother thinking that she was being friendly replied that it was. The woman's face turned into a mask of hatred and she hissed "well why don't you go back then!" My mum still tells that story now because she thinks it's funny, it is now but back then it wouldn't have been...

Hello KingCantona,

I'm quite sure, with your Irish roots, that you are well versed in Irish History. I'm American-Irish and many years ago I found myself bereft of Irish History.

A Friend from Ireland gave me a copy of Seumus MacManus's 'Story of the Irish Race'. To him; I'm forever grateful. There's a wealth of information in this book right back to Erin's beginnings.

This google book search link contains the book if you haven't read it as of yet. It's a wee bit tedious (the Book itself) and it required several readings before it sunk in a wee bit for me.

Enjoy if you can.

http://books.google.com/books?id=jLtnAAAAMAAJ&dq=Story+of+the+Irish+Race&printsec=frontcover&source=bn&hl=en&ei=XanBSZetBoH0sAOXx8TYBg&sa=X&oi=book_result&resnum=4&ct=result#PPP13,M1

You'll need to scroll down a few pages to get to the Foreward.

Be well,

Jim

[JenyEliza]

I know it well - right on the shores of Lough Erne - a really beautiful part of the country and great for holidays if you ever get the chance.

I'm from between Ballymena and Antrim in Co. Antrim.

I know exactly where you're from. I've not been there, but I've got rellies who left Co. Fermanagh and moved house to Co. Antrim. :D

I've already spotted a B&B to stay at in Co. Fermanagh that has a view of the Castle and is run by an older married couple.

I hope they're planning to to stick around for a good long while--it's going to be that long before I can take my holiday to Enniskillen. :D

*Hug*

Jeny