The Irish Hills
Sunday, May 31st, 2009May the Irish hills caress you.
May her lakes and rivers bless you.
May the luck of the Irish enfold you.
May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.
Archive for May, 2009
The Complete Guide to Irish Dance
Saturday, May 30th, 2009
The Complete Guide to Irish Dance
Price: $10.99
A history of Irish dance, from its ancient origins to the present day, and detailed step instructions for 30 popular Irish dances are covered in this comprehensive guide to the dancing that has enthralled audiences worldwide. This book provides information about professional and social Irish dancing, paying special attention to the importance of music, costume, embroidery, and shoes. With clear and simple instructions to the most well-known Irish dances, as well as step-by-step photos demonstrating arm and body positions for reels, jigs, and hornpipes, this book will benefit anyone with an interest in or love of Irish dance.
Luck of the Irish Personalized Irish Pub Sign
Friday, May 29th, 2009
Luck of the Irish Personalized Irish Pub Sign
Price: $39.95
This great personalized Irish pub sign comes ready to hang and is made of real wood with a routered edge and gilded pinstripes. Signs with a personal touch make great gifts. This sign instantly makes an impression in your house or den. Measures 16″” x 11″”. Keyhole in back for easy hanging. Routered edge and hand painted gilded pinstripes. Hand rubbed stain adds a slightly “”aged”" look. Personalized text produced in vinyl, and accented by hand. Handcrafted and 100% Made in the USA. Made of real wood. Note: Please allow 4 weeks for delivery - about 15 business days to create and about 5 business days for transit. Gift boxing not available for this item.
Sweet Sounds of Ireland
Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Sweet Sounds of Ireland
Price: $6.99
The sweet sounds of Ireland and the sweet sounds of victory are reserved only for the player who can complete these famous Irish song titles! Each song title is missing a key words and players must race to fill them in. Answer key included. Start printing as soon as you order!
Pub Signs of Ireland
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
Pub Signs of Ireland by Real Ireland
Price: $20.00
Fine art prints
Northern Ireland including Giant’s Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin
Tuesday, May 26th, 2009
Northern Ireland including Giant’s Causeway Rail Tour from Dublin
Price: $145.30
Sit back and relax on this combined rail and coach day trip from Dublin to Northern Ireland. With all your travel arrangements organized for you, you’ll see Belfast and visit the famous coastal landscape known as the Giant’s Causeway, with its stunning basalt columns.
20 Interesting and Fun Facts About Ireland
Monday, May 25th, 2009Famous symbols of Ireland…
The harp, also known as the national symbol of Ireland, the Celtic cross, the shamrock and the Irish wolfhound are all well known Irish symbols.
Religion…
The majority of the Irish population are Roman Catholic (88%).
National language…
Gaelic is Ireland’s national language. Only in the Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) areas of Ireland will you find that Irish is used as the everyday language. In all other parts of Ireland, English is the spoken language.
Music…
Ireland’s most famous musical export would have to be U2, closely followed by The Boomtown Rats, Thin Lizzy and more recently Boyzone and Westlife.
Hollywood factor…
The cream of the crop includes Richard Harris, Pierce Brosnan, Cillian Murphy and Colin Farrell.
The world of literature…
To our credit, Ireland has produced Bram Stoker, James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, William Butler Yeats, Maeve Binchy and Celia Aherne.
Patron Saint…
Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland in around 430. St Patrick’s Day is celebrated in Ireland, and indeed all over the world, on March 17th.
Our capital - Dublin…
Dublin was founded by the Vikings in 988 and was originally called Dubh Linn (which means Black Pool in Irish).
First Saint Patrick’s Day parade…
Boston was the proud host with an event organised by the Charitable Irish Society in 1737.
The White House…
James Hoban, a Kilkenny born architect, won a competition to design the original White House.
Famous outlaws…
Grace O’Malley (Queen of the Pirates) operated off the west coast of Ireland and Ned Kelly (son of an Irish convict) was an infamous Australian outlaw.
Highest mountain…
Killarney, County Kerry is home to the highest mountain - Carrantouhill, part of the mountain range the McGillycuddy Reeks.
Longest river…
The river Shannon rises in County Cavan and is approximately 240 miles long. It contains 3 lakes, Lough Allen, Lough Ree and Lough Derg.
Irish delicacies…
Drisheen is a type of pudding made from cow’s, pigs or sheeps blood. White pudding is a mixture of pork, cereal, bread, fat and suet. Periwinkles are sea snails boiled in salted water.
Guinness…
To trip to Ireland would be complete without sampling a pint of the black stuff! It’s said that no matter where you go in the world, only in Ireland will you be served the most velvety, and creamiest pint of the “black stuff”.
Bailey’s Irish Cream…
This hugely popular liquor has been around since the ’70’s.
Irish pubs…
Stumble upon a “trad night”, throw in the customary singsong, a bit of Irish dancing and you’re in for a crackin’ evening!
A sporting nation…
Irish people are very passionate about Gaelic games - football, hurling, rounders, handball and camogie. Rugby and soccer are also very well supported in Ireland.
The great outdoors…
The Cavan Way, The Dingle Way and The Kerry Way are just some of the country’s scenic walking routes that offer a great opportunity to sample Ireland’s breathtaking countryside.
Sense of humour…
There’s nothing like the Irish sense of humour, wit and play with words. Have a look at the below examples:
“not backwards in coming forwards” - means a person is not shy.
“no flies on him” - means a person is not easily deceived.
“she has a tongue that would clip a hedge” - means a person who gossips.
“come for a day and stay for a week” - means someone outstaying their welcome.
Just a few facts to ponder over - for a small island we certainly have a lot going for us!
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Celtic Benediction
Sunday, May 24th, 2009Deep peace of the
Running Wave to you.
Deep peace of the
Flowing Air to you.
Deep peace of the
Quiet earth to you.
Deep peace of the
Shining Stars to you.
Deep peace of the
Son of Peace to you.
Ireland Forever 3D Stickers
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
Ireland Forever 3D
Price: $3.99
Self-adhesive dimensional stickers.
Bells of Ireland
Friday, May 22nd, 2009
Bells of Ireland
Price: $1.69
The Bells of Ireland, ‘Moluccella laevis’, has tall spikes of apple-green “bells” that are perfect for the back of a border. Not only Irish eyes will smile at this unusual plant. It’s bright greenbells with their tiny white “clappers” are always a conversation piece. The Bells of Ireland bloom in the late summer.Bells of Ireland prefer full sun and well drained, moderately fertile soil. Plant in early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before last spring frost or late fall for early spring germination. The Bells of Ireland are excellent for cut or dried flowers. They are self sowing because the plants will come back the next year from the seed it drops.
