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You might be Irish

This was written a few years ago for St. Patty's Day and posted: If your favorite color is green and of the Emerald Isles you dream, you might be Irish.. If you believe in leprechauns and fairies and hidden treasures that lay buried, you might be Irish.. If you like your lasses bawdy and tell jokes a little naughty, you might be Irish.. If you can dance an Irish jig and at the pubs your whiskey swig, you might be Irish. If your mom cooked an Irish stew and you just happened to be Catholic too, you might be Irish.. If your name is Fitz, Riley, or O'Keefe, your definitely Irish, good grief!! If not then just for this one day, we'll say your Irish any way.. Happy St. Patty's Day!!

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Suzanne Delaney

Date: 4/15/2024 10:26:00 AM

This is wonderful, Nancy: I definitely know that part of me is Irish. This one goes into my FAVS right now. SuZ

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/20/2024 5:38:00 PM

Dear Nancy, your "Irish" poem is totally delightful! Fantastic imagery, rhythm and rhymes shine in the glow of your golden pen. Loved this.. A fav! I hope you had a happy St. Patty's day! Warmest wishes my clever and creative poetry friend.. ~Susan

Peter Dome

Date: 3/19/2024 1:03:00 PM

Awe wonderful. I love the Irish, I love everyone. Brought back many happy memories of old cosy Irish pubs, and musicians, well done, Pete.

Marugu Mo

Date: 3/16/2024 1:52:00 PM

Its interesting how a unique culture can have a positive impact on the world. In my country we celebrate octoberfest even though we are thousands of miles away from Germany. I enjoyed this fun poem

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/16/2024 4:32:00 PM

Dear Marugu, I think that it's wonderful to celebrate Octoberfest. Where I currently live it is a true melting pot of Italian, Irish, German, Polish and English immigrants. I used to love traveling and experiencing other cultures, so exciting. Thanks for your visit and I will explore your page. It's nice to meet such a wonderful blend of poets here. Blessings

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/15/2024 5:29:00 PM

what a wonderful celebration of all things Irish. Your rhyme scheme was clever as were your lines. Thanks for spreading some Irish cheer..have a great weekend, Sara

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/16/2024 5:52:00 AM

Thanks Ms. Sara, I hope you get a chance to go there if not already. I've been to Scotland where my grand mother was born but not Ireland yet. I've heard it's more ruggedly beautiful. Got to kiss the Blarney Stone once in this life!!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/15/2024 5:11:00 PM

Dear Nancy, I loved this delightful celebration of Irish culture and St. Patrick's Day spirit. Your playful tone and clever rhymes capture the essence of Irish identity with humor and warmth. It's a joyful reminder to embrace the spirit of the holiday and to share in the camaraderie of being Irish, if only for a day. You are spreading smiles and cheer with your wonderful poem! - Blessings, Daniel

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/16/2024 5:54:00 AM

HI Daniel, This poem is a "rerun" but since this site is always in a state of transition, I thought it appropriate to repost it for the holiday. Happy St. Patty's Day to U and thanks for your lovely comments and visiting me.

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/15/2024 6:57:00 AM

I enjoyed this fun poem Nancy ! Great one :)

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 3/15/2024 3:23:00 PM

Hello Heidi, I'm glad you liked it. Happy St. Patty's Day to you Sunday and hope you have a pleasant weekend.