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Oliver's St. Patrick's Day Contest ~ March 13, 2025

Limericks written for St. Patrick's Day Celebrate the Irish in ev'ry way It's said in tales of old Leprechauns buried gold At the rainbow's end it was meant to stay It's a day for dancing and wearin' green Shamrocks in the hair of each colleen To Erin Go Bragh, a toast A holiday loved by most But kissin' the Blarney Stone's not my scene The Emerald Isle's heathered hills are lush where on a Bonnie lass you'll have a crush Walking on Dublin's shore Or on the grassy moor You can steal a wee kiss to make her blush The seventeenth of March will soon be here St. Patrick's Day arrives every year Jameson~ take a swig Then dance an Irish jig Or imbibe Guiness with lots of good cheer The time will come when this holiday ends And I'll wish my days here I could extend Irish blood flows in my veins Here, part of my heart remains I'll just sing Molly Malone and pretend.

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/27/2025 10:49:00 AM

Lin, you have definitely gone to the essence of celebration for St. Patrick's Day. Delightful limerick string! Your Irish sense of celebration is on full display. So much fun to know we share some Irish heritage! Congratulations on your win! We'll celebrate again next year. Blessings to you!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/27/2025 12:13:00 PM

Thank you so very much for your kind words, lass! lol I just noticed congratulations are due you, as well.

thriveni c mysore

Date: 3/27/2025 12:28:00 AM

Beautiful bouquet dear poet. Congratulations on your win, Cheers!!!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/27/2025 8:07:00 AM

Thank you for your lovely words, thriveni.

Karen Jones

Date: 3/26/2025 9:10:00 AM

You master all forms and this one is no different! Congratulations Lin on a top win!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/26/2025 9:25:00 AM

In case I haven't told you... you're on my cheerleading squad, Karen. ;-) Thanks!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/26/2025 8:18:00 AM

Back with congratulations to you Lin, Hope your week is going well. Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 3/26/2025 9:24:00 AM

Thanks a bunch, Tom. All is well with me... enjoy your time away.

Oliver Mckeithan

Date: 3/26/2025 6:22:00 AM

Congrats on your placement in my contest Lin. As always you write descriptive poetry with excellent imagery. Glad to hear you have some Irish blood.

Lin Lane
Date: 3/26/2025 6:42:00 AM

Thank you for finding it worthy of being on your winning list, Oliver.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 3/14/2025 6:07:00 PM

Lin, you do make the best of it. It's probably one of if not the most fun of all these types of holidays. When we were there we visited Jameson and Guiness sites. It's a lovely place...but it turns out we have a significant trade deficit with Ireland, and you know who doesn't like it. He might try to ruin the place if he has his way. Hopefully, he'll exhibit some restraint. Smiles!!!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/26/2025 6:09:00 AM

He's ruining everything anyway. Sorry I didn't respond to your comments sooner. I just saw them when the contest results were announced.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/14/2025 5:22:00 PM

We might go to Ireland next year. :) Enjoyed!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/14/2025 5:24:00 PM

Oh I’m envious! Thanks for your comment.

David Crandall

Date: 3/13/2025 6:02:00 PM

Fun lyrics, you got me ready for the holiday!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/13/2025 6:41:00 PM

Good, David. Thanks for enjoying my limericks. Cheers to you!

Mike Gentile

Date: 3/13/2025 2:38:00 PM

Lin, your Limericks of green just so fit the scene! May you celebrate well and to your heart's content!!

Lin Lane
Date: 3/13/2025 3:55:00 PM

Hi, Mike thanks for the rhyming comment. ;-)

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/13/2025 11:46:00 AM

Dear Lin, How delightful! You've inked the essence of Irish traditions beautifully. From leprechauns and shamrocks to Guinness and Irish jigs, such is the picture of the holiday's spirit. I love your poems for they are always filled with clever rhymes and playful tones that bring a smile. I just love your witty and heartwarming poetry. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Lin Lane
Date: 3/13/2025 12:00:00 PM

Aye and begorrah, Daniel. How I'd love to spend an extended length of time on the Isles. I am always honored to receive your fine comments and support. Gratitude for ye, my chara!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/13/2025 11:16:00 AM

Brilliant limericks Lin, it's a great celebration, everyone is made welcome Tom

Lin Lane
Date: 3/13/2025 11:56:00 AM

I would love to visit there, Tom. My Irish heritage is of the Fitzhenry line, and I've named my daughter, Erin. Ireland, Scotland, England and if I didn't say the Isle of Man, Jan would take offense with me. lol Thank you.