St.Patrick's Greetings

Happy Saint Patrick's Day to you all!

Any plans for any of you today? St. Patrick's Day, although not a legal holiday anywhere in the United States, is nonetheless  recognised and celebrated throughout the country. It is primarily observed as a celebration of Irish and Irish American culture; celebrations include prominent displays of the color green, feasting, copious consumption of alcohol, religious observances, and numerous parades. The holiday has been celebrated on the North American continent since the late eighteenth century. I have always loved this holiday, it makes me feel happy and it isn't because of the libations!I have never had green beer, my stomach curls at the thought of it, but I usually do cook a Corned Beef dinner. But not this year.The notion that a traditional Saint Patrick’s Day feast requires green beer and corned beef is dismissed. Later today, the Lad and my neighbor will be dropping in for a Saint Patrick's luncheon, instead of us venturing into the crowded bar and pub scene. And besides, I had quite enough libation Friday night in Asbury Park at the art show, and then ensuing night of debauchery of lounge hopping. But all is well as yesterday was my very relaxing spa day the hotel offers. To me I really think Saint Patrick's Day is more about food than drink. As green is the prevailing color on St. Patrick’s Day, I have menu where this color and white are used exclusively. For my luncheon I'm making Escalloped Potatoes, Whitefish Turbot,Cold Slaw and Fruit Glacé a là St. Patrick, with whipped cream.

 But of course you damn well know, if you know me, there will be one of these.......

yes!!!! The Shamrock Shake!!!! The Lad brought this over. Every year I overdose on these things, these lovely green,minty, creamy, nectar treats! I have had 8 of these this year already. Of course the wearing of the green is also fun to do on Saint Patrick's........

Today I'm wearing one of my favorite tee's.........

 Although the shirt really isn't true. I was born here, and I'm really half Czech first, then part Dutch, and part Irish. Does that still count?

And later tonight, I'll reward the Lad for the Shamrock shake with me wearing these.......

I 'll see if he can locate the four leaf clovers! Oh wait....there all four leaf clovers. Well ,blushing, I'm sure he'll still enjoy them! Have a Great Saint Patrick's Day to you all!!!!!