Irish America
Irish America
The term ‘craic’ is a uniquely Irish one. It means fun and enjoyment and good times had by all. After two long years, the ‘craic’ is truly back in Ireland. There is a buzz in towns and cities again, laughter in the streets, and music in the air. And what perfect timing as Spring begins to appear. Poet Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote, “Nothing is so beautiful as Spring – When … [Read more...] about The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland
Elizabeth Thompson is one of the most intriguing Irish characters who traveled alongside George Washington during and after the Revolutionary War.
She was the elderly head of his household and oversaw about two dozen staff for five years during the war, constantly moving with the commander-in-chief as he frequently changed residences to keep the British off his trail.
Little is … [Read more...] about The President’s Beloved Irish housekeeper
and Washington’s Kindness
The beginning of March is bringing with it a new outlook, the world is returning to 'normal.' As part of that 'normal', St. Patrick's Day parades and celebrations will be back from the east to the west coasts. St. Patrick's Day 2020 fell in the midst of chaos as American citizens began panic buying toilet paper and hand santizer as the country went into lockdown. A year … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day 2022
Ireland Reacts to Russian Invasion of Ukraine This week began with news of COVID restrictions being lifted in many European countries, however, overnight, the headlines were dominated with a new story. Russia has invaded Ukraine. Speaking ahead of the invasion, Ireland’s representative to the U.N. has called for a diplomatic solution to the crisis. Speaking at an emergency … [Read more...] about News Roundup February 26, 2022
This is hardly the first Winter Olympics overshadowed by tension between Russia and Western democracies. Forty-two years ago, a hearty crew of young American hockey players won an unfathomable victory against the long-dominant Soviet hockey team at the 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympics, giving the United States a much-needed morale boost during the Cold War. The critically … [Read more...] about Miracle on Ice 42 Years Later
