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| Posted by: maggiemahone1 23-Feb-2009, 05:32 PM |
| ok, the big day is fast approaching my friends, any plans, celebrations, food, drinks that you would like to share with all here? I started decorating Saturday and hope to finish up by this weekend. I'm letting my Irish Roots take hold ! I'm so excited!!!! slainte' |
| Posted by: flora 23-Feb-2009, 05:48 PM |
| Well now. How would you be decorating Maggie? Flora |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 23-Feb-2009, 08:04 PM |
| flora, with alot of green....I make wreaths and hang them, banners, I have pub signs hanging, I use material with Irish themes, candles, my Irish coat of arms, framed pictures of Irish castles, rocks that ShruleAEgan sent me. Anything that screams Ireland I put it out!!!! |
| Posted by: IrishBeachLassie 23-Feb-2009, 08:45 PM |
| Oh, I want to celebrate...I'm in Huntington Beach, CA, I don't think they have as much fun here then they do in Ireland; well, I guess I can pretend..not close to the same! |
| Posted by: Camac 24-Feb-2009, 08:59 AM |
| maggiemahone; I know the Irish are "Kith and Kin" to us Scots but "GREEN LUV". Horrible colour. Camac.   |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 24-Feb-2009, 09:31 PM | ||
maybe to you Scots but not to the Irish!!!!  You must know there's 100 Shades of Green, one of them must appeal to the eye of a Scotsman.... |
| Posted by: Madadh 25-Feb-2009, 04:46 AM |
| Maggie, I will again be walking with a few friends this year  and Kilted at work on the day. |
| Posted by: Camac 25-Feb-2009, 07:52 AM |
| maggiemahone1; Not to this Scot I'm partially colour blind as I can't distinguish pastels of Green, Red, or Blue. My maternal grandfather was Irish and totally colour blind and it skips a generation then shows up in the next generation of males to varying degrees. Camac. |
| Posted by: lschillinger 25-Feb-2009, 08:03 AM |
| I plan on going to the local parade and then to one of our many fine irish pubs for some drink and good music! |
| Posted by: MacEoghainn 25-Feb-2009, 09:48 AM | ||||
This Gaelic Celt thought there were only 40 shades of green!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0oTDS9ur_U |
| Posted by: j Padraig moore 25-Feb-2009, 12:10 PM | ||
Probably nothing more than a visit to the local pub for a Guinness. Unfortunately I have to work that evening which will put a damper on the day. |
| Posted by: Rindy 25-Feb-2009, 07:44 PM |
| I plan on being right here. I can't wait. I love it here on St. Patricks Day. I have put out my decorations nothing to the extent of you yours maggiemahone. I'd love to see some photos of everyones decorations. Slainte |
| Posted by: flora 01-Mar-2009, 07:41 PM |
| I found a t shirt that says.... So this Irishman walks out of a pub..... no really.... it could happen! Flora |
| Posted by: Harlot 01-Mar-2009, 11:50 PM |
| I have three shirts that I could wear,"Scottish-Irish Hybrid, Pub Scout or my favorite one Official Kilt Inspector. The brewery here in Sturgis is having a big Irish bash, some friends and I will be there til that closes. What ever you are doing that night remember to drive safe and if you can't drive you can always crawl home. |
| Posted by: morgana_l_f 02-Mar-2009, 08:55 AM |
| I'm so disappointed this year! My company puts on a big exposition and it happens to fall on St. Paddy's Day this year. Not only that but the first day of the expo is the 17th. I guess I can wear green and maybe get them to play some celtic music over the loud speakers. |
| Posted by: glaswegian 02-Mar-2009, 05:03 PM | ||
Someone needs to tell these americans that there is no such thing as an irish kilt, and real irishman (i.e; from ireland) would laugh at the ridiculousness of an irish kilt. |
| Posted by: flora 02-Mar-2009, 05:34 PM | ||
Glaswegian: I think you sure like to pick a fight. For someone who said:
you fall back on history to say there is no irish kilt. I don't think you are a typical Scottish character. We have a product over here called Happy Camper. Maybe you should try some. Flora |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 02-Mar-2009, 08:40 PM |
| glaswegian, Why is it an Irishman would laugh at someone wearing a kilt? It's childish to make fun of someone for what they wear. Here in America if we want to wear tartan plaid underwear we can and if we want to wear an irish kilt we do. We are proud of our heritage whatever it happens to be. I know Madadh is proud of his Irish ancestors so to show this he wears a kilt and takes part in a St. Patrick's Day parade. My roots go back to Ireland. I've never been there but there is a connection like no other place on God's green earth for me. Please, just lighten up on us a little and don't be so critical of what we do and wear. |
| Posted by: Madadh 03-Mar-2009, 05:23 AM |
| Actually, I found that my family is an Irish sept of the Stuart clan. Not sure what we did in antiquity to deserve it, but it does give me the unique right to be both Irish and kilted. Besides, it is a fine outfit to wear and being a slightly over weight, balding, 52 year old, the only way I get to have young women (of all ages) ask me about my clothing habits.  |
| Posted by: Donajhi 03-Mar-2009, 10:55 AM |
| We are a house of Henderson and Riley. As adults we respect and honor each other's heritage. Perhaps a return to the history books is called for. No matter what you claim, Scottish or Irish remember at some point all our forefathers passed into and out of each country. How do I know? Simple, I have 200 years of history for Clan Henderson in journals, scrolls, and letters. Also, I am a published author and must make my books right on the money when it comes to history. At my age I've lived most of it. HA!HA! Let's not fight amoung ourselves as we need to band together and honor the past, no matter green or kilt. Wear poaka dots, but wear it with honor and pride.  |
| Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 03-Mar-2009, 04:09 PM |
Flora, Maggie if I may make a suggestion...don't pay any attention to what glaswegian babbles in this topic as it seems that he's only able to stir  in every topics he posts and that includes insults to others...it proves ones immaturity and also doesn't seem to have gotten the message that Paul posted directly to him in another thread about his behavior.Maybe he needs to be reminded again.... As for us here in Montreal the St-Patrick's parade will celebrate its 185th anniversary and it promise to be something...and contrary to past years this year the parade will be held on March 22nd...probably to have better weather and warmer. Of course, we will be part of the grand affair and probably end up at McKibbins and enjoy some good fun and music. I wish all the best on St-Paddy's day and lots of great fun Maggie. LOA   |
| Posted by: glaswegian 03-Mar-2009, 05:09 PM | ||||
There is NO irish kilt. I have lived in ireland for several years with my irish girlfriend. I am telling you that the irish did not wear kilts, currently do not wear kilts and never will wear kilts. an irishman in a kilt is like a japanese person in lederhosen. irish american culture is made up culture, american irish culture is the most fake, superficial , transparent culture there is. And I know most of the irish would agree with me. |
| Posted by: glaswegian 03-Mar-2009, 05:12 PM |
| and for the record my father is irish born and raised in dublin. I personally hate the word heritage, I prefer just to say that My dad is irish, I never drone on about my irish "heritage" or giving the impression that I am irish, because I am not nirish. I am not 50% irish because you cannnot be 50% irish. you are either irish or not. I am 100% scot because thats where I was born and raised. |
| Posted by: flora 03-Mar-2009, 07:12 PM |
| Glaswegian may I ask why you visit this site? If it is the music, you have to admit that has been influenced by other cultures. From your definition of being Scottish, which to me has been defined by influences from other cultures (England) you are still proud of who you are. Let others have the same right. Flora |
| Posted by: glaswegian 04-Mar-2009, 06:50 AM | ||
The english culture has influenced the scots and vice versa. That does not mean I am english. My father is irish, I do not feel any pride in being irish because I am not irish, nor can I possibly fathom what it is like to be irish, despite living in ireland for a number of years. I am not taking anyones rights away of being proud to be who you are. Americans should be proud to be americans, americans should see themselves as americans and not intrude on identities that do not belong to them, nor could they possibly understand. |
| Posted by: j Padraig moore 04-Mar-2009, 10:44 AM |
| Now I know it is getting close to St. Patrick's Day: a member from the UK takes us to task for our "pride" in being Irish, Scots, Welsh, British, Pictish, Druid, Hindu, etc, etc. Happens every year. But, I understand what he is saying and have often wondered about it myself. |
| Posted by: Camac 04-Mar-2009, 10:50 AM |
| j Padraig moore; Maybe if glaswegian read "An Unstoppable Force" by Lucille H. Campey, he would begin to understand why we Scots in Canada feel the way we do about our ancestors and our Scottish Heritage. If he ever comes to Canada I recommend that he stay away from "Cape Breton" Camac. |
| Posted by: Donajhi 04-Mar-2009, 11:07 AM |
| Glaswegian is such a sad little man. Stop replying to his hate comments and he will go away. You can't fight with yourself. |
| Posted by: j Padraig moore 04-Mar-2009, 11:32 AM |
| Camac & Donajhi, You both are right...never should have risen to the bait...  |
| Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 04-Mar-2009, 11:44 AM | ||
J Padraig Moore, Read what I posted for Flora and Maggie and Camac knows what I am referring to also...and you can look up at the bottom on his name when he was warn to thread carefully towards others on the site. Happy St-Patrick's day to all of Irish roots and be proud of who you are. LOA  |
| Posted by: glaswegian 04-Mar-2009, 12:43 PM | ||
Before I visitied canada I was warned from my friends and family about all the plastic scots in nova scotia and cape breton. My friends were intensly irritated by them and so were my work collegues. I am nnot talking about those who are interested in their ancestors I am talking about those that actually think thery are scottish through and through. We scots do not consider them scottish. I know this because I am from scotland. Its a bit of a joke here in scotland. |
| Posted by: glaswegian 04-Mar-2009, 12:45 PM | ||
If you cant take it dont answer to my posts or read them and please refrain from your bitter little insults. I am not a troll. |
| Posted by: glaswegian 04-Mar-2009, 12:47 PM |
| Donajhi, I saw the tartan tat you are wearing on your profile. You are the people my scottish brethern warned me about. I bet you have your laminated clan membership badge and you go to meetings drawling in your thick canadian/yank accent about yopur titles and land that you own in scotland. |
| Posted by: MacDonnchaidh 04-Mar-2009, 03:46 PM |
| I've been reading the posts here and I must say it has gotten quite off topic. As it stands however, I can see where glaswegian stands, it is one side or the other you can not straddle on the fence with being Irish-American, Scottish-Canadian, Welsh-Eskimo etc. you must pick one not both. Now I think we can all agree he could have gotten his point across slightly less rudely (nothing personal glaswegian but let's be honest) but that's no reason to attack his argument. The kilt did originate in Ireland and the emigrants from there that drove out the Picts brought it to Scotland, but it seems that the kilt died out in Ireland at some point and was retained by the Scots, and thus we have a Scottish Tartan now and there is no longer such a thing as an Irish kilt anymore (there used to be however). |
| Posted by: glaswegian 04-Mar-2009, 04:17 PM |
| There was no kilt in ireland, the irish wore a liene which was a long shirt type garment. There is no evidence the scottish kilt (which was developed in the 16th century, in the scots highlands) was developed from the leine. this is a very common misconception. |
| Posted by: Donajhi 05-Mar-2009, 11:08 AM |
| Glaswegian, At 5 and 20 you are but a wee babe. Get back on the porch, you are to young to run with the big dogs. Good-bye Have a nice life |
| Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 05-Mar-2009, 12:57 PM |
| Too much attention has been diverted towards something completely different than the topic....I think it would be best to stick to the original topic folks which is St-Patrick's Day 2009. Thanks, LOA |
| Posted by: MacDonnchaidh 05-Mar-2009, 08:57 PM |
| Righto! And to restart on the real topic, I don't think I'm actually doing anything on the big day itself, but on the 10th I'm going to a Celtic Woman concert, on the 14th I'm probably going to a mini-festival at the Irish Culture Center in Canton, and on the 15th we're having a special St. Patrick's Day Church service. |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 05-Mar-2009, 09:18 PM |
| Happy St. Patrick's Day! Good Grief!!! I only wanted to know how everyone was going to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! I didn't want to stir up a hornets nest. I'm glad most of us here are mature adults and it doesn't matter what we wear as long as we wear it proud and with dignity. I am proud of my Irish HERITAGE, ROOTS, ANCESTORS... I suppose since the first St. Patrick's Day originated here in America we should be very proud!!! So as a mature adult I want to wish everyone the best St. Patrick's Day ever!!!!   SLAINTE' |
| Posted by: Rindy 07-Mar-2009, 06:57 PM |
| How about a few toasts to go along with this wonderful holiday. Slainte May your fire be as warm as the weather is cold. Health, and long life to you Land without rent to you The partner of your heart to you and when you die, may your bones rest in Ireland! As you slide down the banisters of life may the splinters never point the wrong way. May you get all your wishes but one, So you always have something to strive for. May your blessings outnumber The shamrocks that grow, And may trouble avoid you Wherever you go. Here's to your coffin... May it be built of 100 year old oaks which I will plant tomorrow. May your neighbors respect you, Troubles neglect you, The angels protect you, And Heaven accept you. May the best day of your past be the worst day of your future. An old Irish recipe for longevity: Leave the table hungry. Leave the bed sleepy. Leave the bar thirsty. May you live to be a hundred years, with one extra year to repent. May you never forget what is worth remembering, Or remember what is best forgotten. May you be in heaven one half hour before the devil knows you're dead. May you have the hindsight to know where you've been, The insight to know where you are, and the foresight to know when you've gone too far. May you have warm words on a cold evening, A full moon on a dark night, And the road downhill all the way to your door. May God bring good health to your enemies enemies May you never make an enemy When you could make a friend– Unless you meet a fox among your chickens. |
| Posted by: maggiemahone1 07-Mar-2009, 08:49 PM |
| I always luv reading the Irish blessing, curses and toasts...thanks so much for sharing. HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 09-Mar-2009, 09:15 AM | ||
Thanks Patty. Makes me smile knowing you appreciate them.I'll be down at the B&B property on St. Patty's Day, camping for 12 days. I have my bottle of Tullamore Dew and I'll be heading to the grocery store to pick up a case of Highlander Brewery Gaelic Ale. I already put in my order with Food of Ireland and we will have a traditional Irish breakfast that morning, while we sit and overlook the scenery of the property. |
| Posted by: Lady-of-Avalon 09-Mar-2009, 09:47 AM | ||
I'll be there with you A Shrule Egan in spirit... and I'll have my bottle of Bushmills by my side on St-Paddy's day as I'll be on the side walks of Ste-Catherine's street in Montreal for the parade...    |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 09-Mar-2009, 10:29 AM | ||
Pencil it in on the calendar for next year and you can hang with us. Only difference will be, we will be in the house by then, not camping in the shed. |
| Posted by: j Padraig moore 17-Mar-2009, 12:14 PM |
| Thought I'd jump into the Ireland forum and wish everyone a very happy St. Patrick's Day! |
| Posted by: GaliciaCelta 20-Mar-2009, 07:30 AM |
| The Irish are direct descendents of Galicians and Basques who settled in Ireland thousands of years ago, hence the similarities in culture. Take a look at this article from the Irish Times: http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/ireland/2009/0216/1233867938492.html |
