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Sep 20 2014
Irish American Census Statistics

Posted by: Jennifer Derrig

Categories: Irish Traditions , Education , Travel to Ireland , History of Ireland

Tags: st. patrick's day parade , st. patrick's day , st. patrick , irish-american heritage month , irish ancestry , fighting irish
Did you know that one out of ten Americans claims Irish ancestry? Originally a religious holiday to honor St. Patrick, who introduced Christianity to Ireland in the fifth century, St. Patrick's Day has evolved into a celebration for all things Irish. The world's first St. Patrick's Day parade occurred on March 17, 1762, in New York City, featuring Irish soldiers serving in the English military.

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Mar 06 2014
Find Your Irish Heart with These St. Patrick's Day Blessings & Sayings

Posted by: Jennifer Derrig

Categories: Irish Traditions , Irish Blessings , News , Interesting Stories , St. Patricks Day , Celtic Holidays , Blog , Education , Celtic Culture

Tags: st. patrick's day , st. patrick , saint patrick's day , luxury fashion , irish toasts , irish saying , irish blessings
Read some great Irish Blessing, Irish Toast, and Irish Sayings for Saint Patrick's Day. May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks. May your heart be as light as a song. May each day bring you bright, happy hours that stay with you all year long. May your troubles be less and your blessings are more. And nothing but happiness comes through your door.

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