My mother’s great-grandmother came to Worcester, Massachusetts from County Kerry in 1865 with several of her children, and that is where my Irish story begins.Her daughter married a man who was born in Worcester in 1851, also of Kerry-born parents. I’m very proud of this part of my DNA and as this St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon, I asked to be able to do this week’s picks
I believe my mother’s great grandmother passed on to her the gift of the gab, great storytelling and singing at the drop of the hat. When we sisters get together conversation hits a crescendo with each of us trying to outdo each other, which often ends in laughter.
1920s Antique Sterling Irish Celtic Tara Brooch Pin
This sterling pin reminds me of the song the ould plaid shawl, It is symbolic of the two piece shawl pin where the sword would pierce through the open weave of the wool to hold the shawl secure. This kind of design is also used for hair pins or hair decor pieces. Erin is the Irish for Ireland and is also a beautiful first name. There’s a small opening that might have once held a small gem or some such. I would buy a wee emerald to place in it and wear it with pride.
With pride.
LostRoom has this listed on Etsy for $46.48
Irish Turf Peat Incense
One of the most romantic gifts I received from my husband one Valentine’s Day were peat bricks that we lit and burned in the fireplace at our old house. People thought it was strange, but when I tell them the story they understand. The first time we went to Ireland, we were outside at night and smelled the acrid smell that made our eyes water. We wondered if they were burning tires or if there was some kind of plant processing something strange. Well folks, that was the smell of peat that still burns on some hearths in Ireland. And though we didn’t like it at the time, by the time we left we knew we had to bring some home. The Irish call it the perfume of Ireland. This is not just vintage folks, peat is thousands of years old and is still being dug in Ireland today. Read about the strangest things pulled out of peat bogs.
Six Vintage Anchor Hocking Milano Forest Green Glasses
Why do Americans want to drink green beer on St. Patrick’s Day? It’s horrible! Get yourself some really really good Irish beer I drink it in green glasses instead. 10 Best Truly Irish Beers to Hoist When Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
FromTheSeller has the set listed on Etsy for $48
There you have it, my Irish picks for the week.
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