Tag Archives: Ireland

My Irish Eyes are Smiling!

I have been remiss in not writing about my lovely experience in Ireland sooner.  In October, when I went to the Princess Diana clothing exhibit, my nephew and I traveled to Ireland just to see the sights. Folks, this was an absolutely wonderful trip!  We stayed in Dublin and took a couple of day trips. … Read More

Shamrock vs. Clover

Ever wonder what the difference is between a shamrock and a clover? A shamrock is a type of clover (i.e. all shamrock is clover, but not all clover is shamrock). Shamrock, which has three leaves, is the national symbol of Ireland. During Saint Patrick’s teachings in the fifth-century, he used the shamrock to signify the… Read More

Brooches/Pins are Back in Style

I enjoy wearing lapel pins and brooches.  When I was in my 20s, I started collecting antique filigree lapel pins, which were so inexpensive to buy in antique stores back then. Through the years I have added a few hat pins, stickpins, and brooches, which every now and then I add to a sweater, coat,… Read More