The O'Malley Sisters say sláinte!
I celebrate St. Patrick's Day with full rights. Though of Irish heritage every day, today I am one half of the celebrated, charming O'Malley sisters.
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| Aka Grace O'Malley |
The O'Malley sisters were created about a decade ago, when I realized that it's impossible to get a seat in a good Irish pub by late afternoon on March 17. But if two middle aged women introduce themselves as your O'Malley sisters, Grace and Bridget, they will never, ever be turned away. I'm always Grace, and any willing female friend plays her sister.
So today, off to Ceili Cottage for a jar with my friend Jane who is actually of Lebanese heritage but does a grand job of being Bridget.
When luck runs out
A lighthearted outing seems incongruous in light of the tragedy in Japan. So many venues are available for giving. And here is one more: the gracious and lovely Belle de Ville of Beladora has written to say:
"Beladora.com and Beladora2.com will be donating a portion of all March sales to the Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund."
Tapadh leat (thank you), Belle. Here are a few glorious green ideas.
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| Stacking enamel: tailored treat |
From Beladora2: Hildago green enamel stacking rings, size 6 1/2. Price, $495.
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| Malachite heart |
Show your heart: Vintage malachite heart pendant in many sumptuous greens on a twisted gold chain. Price, $295 from Beladora2.
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| Jade and pearl beauties |
Vintage jade and mabe pearl earrings, set in 14k gold. Essence of chic. Price, $495 from Beladora.
Grace O'Malley: No weak sister
Grace O'Malley was a real woman, and what a woman: pirate, seafarer, trader and chieftain, a fascinating figure in Irish history. It is this woman of fire and adventure whom I honour when I request a seat, though Grace would have comandeered it.If you've ever been tempted to visit the Emerald Isle, a company specializing in women's travel, WanderWoman, has a tour in her honour, "In Search of the Irish Pirate Queen, Grace O'Malley" on special till the end of today.
Strong woman of the island. We will see more of them in Japan, and may we help them with our resources, prayers and wishes.
Comments
What a fun and clever idea Duchesse!
I think that you and she should each have one of those green enamel rings...friendship rings!
Happy St. Paddy's Day!
May the O'Malley girls celebrate St. Patricks Day in style!
"O'Zhang," "O'Cheng," and "O'Koh" have a lovely ring, don't they?
Happy St. Paddy's, dear Grace!
Live, Laugh, & Travel!
I celebrated with Irish tea and soda bread. When my husband asked what that "awful stuff" was, I explained that it was Irish scone, "You know--the nuns make it." "Oh," he said, "So that's why it tastes like a whack on the knuckles with a ruler."
Hope you & Bridget had a great evening!
C.
Both my husband and I are of Irish descent, but like Materfamilias, we celebrated at an Italian restaurant! Our favorite chef, Tony (Trattoria LaFesta, Stowe VT) cooks up a fantastic corned beef in Guinness and brown sugar that is served with spot on Irish brown soda bread home made by his co-owner Patty! MMmmm!
C.: Soda bread, an acquired taste. Add eggs and cream and you have a scone, all the difference!
Rubi: I would love to see an O'Zhang in one of those pint of Guinness hats!
ma: That's great, thanks!
http://www.copenhagenize.com/2011/03/escaping-tsunami-on-her-bicycle.html
An 83-year-old woman (in remarkable shape) who escaped the tsunami on her bicycle!