Tag: Ireland

Halloween is happening – despite rumors to the contrary

There is no need to lament the limitations on trick-or-treating in 2020.  There are plenty of Halloween traditions to indulge in.  Here are some ideas for Oíche Samhain: Bobbing for stuff:  Bobbing for apples is a classic Halloween activity.  Make it more challenging by… Continue Reading “Halloween is happening – despite rumors to the contrary”

Fire Hydrants of Ireland

They are ubiquitous, innocuous, and sometimes picturesque. They may be ignored but they are always important. Let me present a visual tour of the Fire Hydrants of Ireland. Hydrant signs are often found in the landscaping: The black H with the yellow background is… Continue Reading “Fire Hydrants of Ireland”

The Height of Irish Technology

An opinion was once expressed to me, in a rather disparaging tone, that the three-legged stool and the Titanic were Ireland’s greatest contributions to technology.  Initially defensive, I soon realized that there was nothing to defend.  The three-legged stool is an intellectually elegant invention.… Continue Reading “The Height of Irish Technology”