Tag Archives: St Patrick’s Day

An Irish Mother

Posted on March 15, 2015 by poemsandponderings

     With Saint Patrick’s Day soon upon us, I would be remiss if I failed to mention, with honor, the one person who is the very essence of every Irishman…   An Irish Mother As sure as St. Patrick … Continue reading →

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When Next I Go

Posted on March 21, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     After the frivolity of St. Patrick’s Day, and with the seasons of Easter and Passover upon us, I thought something a little more spiritual may be in order.       I hope you like it,       Jake. When Next I Go My eyes … Continue reading →

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A Saint Patrick’s Day Continuum

Posted on March 15, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     A few more “blessings” and the like, as a lead-in to St. Patrick’s Day weekend, for your amusement, pondering and reading enjoyment. Sal’s Blessing May you live your life in your own way. And may that way be with style … Continue reading →

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Sean Michael McGee And The Papalcy

Posted on March 12, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Written two years ago as my St. Patrick’s Day offering it seems quite a bit more appropriate this year with the events unfolding in Rome. I hope that it is as well-received this year as it was then..       May … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day In Haiku

Posted on March 10, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     With but one week to go until the day of all days for the Irish, me thought something of  Japanese origin would do nicely to confuse the hell out of ya’s. Enjoy! Jake. St. Patrick’s Day In Haiku When the beer … Continue reading →

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The Life and Death Of Connor Finnegan

Posted on March 8, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Get yourself a cup of tea, or coffee if you prefer, and put your feet up,  for this is a long one. First published two years ago as my St. Patrick’s Day offering it seems to have garnered even more … Continue reading →

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Irish Blessing #6

Posted on March 2, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     I don’t really know if this is number six or not, I just guessed. But, as Saint Patrick’s day is approaching I thought I would throw one out to get the “season” going. As always, I hope you will enjoy. Jake.  Irish … Continue reading →

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Another Blessing

Posted on March 13, 2012 by poemsandponderings

        Continuing on with the spirit of Saint Patrick’s Day and the promise to work on other pressing matters, ie. Awards and things of that nature, here it is short, sweet, and poignant.      Have a trouble-free Tuesday,     Jake. ANOTHER … Continue reading →

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Sean Michael McGee And The Papalcy

Posted on March 8, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     This was my St. Patrick’s Day post of last year, and as the day again approaches, I believe it’s time to put my “Irish” on, so for the next few days I may throw some bits of it at … Continue reading →

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