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Category Archives: Holiday
Happy Easter!
Sharing Irish Blessings
May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields and,
Until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
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May you have:
A world of wishes at your command.
God and his angels close to hand.
Friends and family their love impart,
and Irish blessings in your heart!
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May you have the hindsight to know where you’ve been
the foresight to know where you’re going
and the insight to know when you’re going too far.
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May God grant you always…
A sunbeam to warm you,
A moonbeam to charm you,
A sheltering angel, so nothing can harm you.
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May your troubles be less,
And your blessing be more.
And nothing but happiness,
Come through your door.
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May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sun.
And find your shoulder to light on.
To bring you luck, happiness and riches.
Today, tomorrow and beyond.
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HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King
Today is Martin Luther King Day, an American federal holiday that marks the birthday of an inspirational clergyman, activist, and leader who is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights in the United States.
My favorite quotations from Dr. Martin Luther King…
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.
Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.
Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.
We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.
Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, “What are you doing for others?”
We must build dikes of courage to hold back the flood of fear.
Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into friend.
We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.
We may have all come on different ships, but we’re in the same boat now.
The time is always right to do what is right.
Celebrating La Befana
Growing up, we celebrated the feast of the Epiphany with a special meal and treats. While my brothers and I attached more significance to Christmas Day, my mother considered January 6th to be the Italian Christmas. She would regale us with tales of la Befana, the friendly witch who delivered gifts to good children and lumps of coal to the bad ones.
Over the years, I’ve heard many variations of this tale, but I still prefer my mother’s version.
Enjoy!
The Magi stopped at la Befana’s house on their way to visit Baby Jesus. The gracious hostess treated them to a meal and offered them shelter for the night. She also gave them directions. Touched by her hospitality, the three kings invited her to accompany them on their journey, but she declined. She had too much housework. After they left, she changed her mind and decided to join them. She packed up some toys for the newborn child and set off on the journey. She never caught up to them. Disappointed but practical, she decided to share her bounty of toys. To this day, she delivers her gifts to Italian children on the night before the Epiphany.
Does anyone else celebrate the feast of the Epiphany? I would love to hear about your traditions.
HAPPY BEFANA!
Happy New Year!
