“One father is more than a hundred Schoolemasters.”
~George Herbert, Outlandish Proverbs, 1640

I didn’t intend to send this post so late. My wife and daughter are gone this weekend to my sisters’ house to visit my new born nephew! They left Friday. My daughter is staying the week down there for spring break. My wife should be home tonight. Next Friday we are both going to pick her up, so I can meet him, as well. That being said, I have had a nice size to-do list this weekend! So I have been running between the computer and chores all day! But don’t feel bad, we had our family Easter Dinner last Sunday. I cooked a turkey with all the fix-ins! What a meal!

So why are we celebrating? Because Saint Patrick was one of the patron saints of Ireland, of course! Today Saint Patrick’s Day is an Official Government Holiday in Ireland and is a widely celebrated un-official holiday around the world. Let’s face it, it’s a good excuse to eat, party and paint things green! If you are planning on consuming any alcohol, please drink responsibly and arrange for a designated driver or a ride home. Better yet, you could grab a hotel room.  So whether you’re going to a parade or a party, go have some fun!

And remember, “Wherever you go and whatever you do, May the luck of the Irish be there with you.” - unknown

When was the last time you had a family gathering? In addition to the major holidays, our family gets together several times a year. We have a blast! Whether its hanging out with my parents and sisters for a night of poker or going camping on Memorial Day Weekend, it’ time well spent.