What is St. Patrick's Day all about, anyway? Some people think that it's just another made up holiday that gives people an excuse to get together with friends and family and have fun and celebrate....works for me. For me, it's another family tradition, a time for us "mc's" and anyone else to get together and connect. It's another opportunity to share memories and build new ones. My sister Kathy has been hosting it every year since my mom has not been able to. I make Irish soda bread, my sister Donna makes scones, and my brother Kevin gets there early in the morning to be my sisters personal assistant...which is not an easy task. We have corned beef, cabbage and potatoes....no, it's not exactly transitions friendly. I remember my mom getting "tipsy" on her one glass of Irish cream and the huge pots, that could barely fit on the stove packed with corned beefs. We listen to Irish music and at the end of the night we toast with Baily's for my mom and others who are not here to celebrate with us anymore. I would say, take advantage of any opportunity to spend time with the people you love....even if it means being Irish for just one day!
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