St. Patrick’s Day

At work yesterday I was reminded that today is St. Patrick’s Day. I didn’t realize this, I suppose it’s due to the fact that I’m not Irish and I never paid much attention. I mean, my mother would say I’m part Irish but I’m part many things, so I never thought much of it. I’m not the kind of person where my heritage has a strong effect on my overall appearance or personality, I’m like a mutt really, an average American.

However at times it’s depressing, I mean all of the heritage influenced cultures out there have their own way of living, even if it’s diluted by the medley of current society. They still have their own celebrations, their own beliefs and ways of doing things that will never change… I guess I’ve never had that.

Tonight I thought I would learn a bit more about the whole tradition behind St. Patrick’s Day, what it’s all about and such. I was reading a few articles and I stumbled upon some amazing vintage photography of various Irish celebratory settings, one of which you can see headlining this post, I definitely suggest taking a look.

Anyway, Happy St. Patrick’s Day everyone.