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Why Are Irish Sheep Painted? The Colorful Truth Behind Painted Sheep in Ireland

A primer for tourists, urbanites, and anyone who’s ever wondered if Ireland’s sheep are just [...]

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The Glorious Rainbow Rebellion: Why Irish Doors Are Painted Like Peacocks

If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram on a rainy Tuesday (and honestly, who hasn’t?), you’ve [...]

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The Art of the Irish Goodbye: A Disappearing Act Worthy of Houdini

Or: How to Vanish from a Party Like Morning Mist Over the Cliffs of Moher [...]

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From Ancient Gaeilge to Modern Nurseries: The Top Irish Names for Your Little Legend

So you’re having a baby! Time to swap late-night scrolling through social media for late-night [...]

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How to Not Scream “I’m American!” in Ireland

A real talk guide for Americans who want to chill and blend in Heading to [...]

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How St. Patrick’s Day Became More American Than Baseball and Apple Pie

Or: The Curious Case of How Ireland’s Most Sober Saint Became America’s Patron of Pub [...]

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Beyond “How Are You?” – The Irish Way of Checking In

If you’ve ever chatted with someone from Ireland, you’ve probably noticed we don’t just stick [...]

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Irish Step Dancers: Connecting Your Family to Heritage Through Dance

If you’ve ever watched your kids light up during a St. Patrick’s Day parade or [...]

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The Celtic Woman Symbol: Ancient Power and Modern Magic

A Journey Through Time, Myth, and the Enduring Spirit of Irish Femininity In the mists [...]

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Why Get Your Irish On?

Because we’re proud of our Irish American heritage, right? And we’re not wallflowers at that party. There are 34.5 million Americans who claim Irish ancestry, including yours truly. When you consider that Ireland has fewer than 5 million people, we’re a pretty impressive group! Why not celebrate St. Patrick’s Day wearing one of our Irish shirts?

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