A Cradle Song Py Padraic Colum – Top Irish Poem
This week in my weekly top Irish poem it is number 81 called “A Cradle Song” by Padraic Colum. O men from the fields, Come gently within. Tread softly, softly …
Irish Passports Among Worlds “Top 10” Most Powerful In 2021
We may not be able to travel right now but at least we can be proud of our Irish passport when things return to normal. In fact, if you do …
Avicii’s Wake Me Up As Gaeilge Is Incredible(Including LYRICS)
You surely know the song “Wake Me Up” but have you heard Avicci’s version sung as Gaeilge? I just love sharing these videos. Not only are the songs sung well …
20 Incredible Irish Proverbs And Sayings That Will Inspire You In 2021
This is a collection of our favourite words of wisdom from old Irish proverbs. You may have heard some in passing and you may have heard some for the very …
The Best Irish Joke You Have Probably Heard In Ages
It is really hard to say what ranks for the best Irish joke as everyone has a different opinion. Some people loved the joke about the Murphy twins and some …
Video Of Border Collie Playing Jenga(Yes Jenga!)
Well, last weeks video of a penguin chasing a butterfly was a great success. Many of you commented and said how it brightened up your day. I have decided to …
The Fisherman By W. B. Yeats (1865-1939) Irish Poem
This weeks poem in my top 100 Irish poems list is “The Fisherman” by W.B Yeats. It comes in at number 52 on the top 100. This lovely poem “The …
Video Of The Black Irish Of Montserrat From Kinsale, Co. Cork
Who are the black Irish of Montserrat? We have compiled a selection of videos and facts about the black Irish of Montserrat. You would be shocked as to just how strong …
Weekly Irish Joke – The Young Man On Social Welfare
Hope you enjoy this weekly Irish joke if you would like to see more pop over to my Irish jokes section. Please remember these are just jokes do not take …
A Penguin Chasing A Butterfly Funny Video
Yes you did read that right, a penguin chasing a butterfly. All I have seen this week is just negative news and more negative news. From the US to Ireland …
The Host Of The Air By W. B. Yeats – Including Analysis
This weeks poem from my list of top 100 Irish poems is number 97 titled “The Host Of The Air” by W.B. Yeats Now let’s get to the top Irish …
When You Are Old – A Poem By William Butler Yeats
This weeks poem is number #7 from my list of top Irish poems. It is a fantastic short one by the great William Butler Yeats. Enjoy: When you are old …
A Christmas Childhood By Patrick Kavanagh
While previously I had picked a random poem every week from my top 100 Irish poems, this week I had to handpick this fantastic poem called “A Christmas Childhood” once …
15 Christmas Facts You Probably DIDN’T KNOW
Tis the season to be jolly and merry and these Christmas facts will blow you away. I took a look around and found some of the most interesting facts I …
Mirror in February A Poem By Thomas Kinsella
The day dawns, with scent of must and rain,Of opened soil, dark trees, dry bedroom air.Under the fading lamp, half dressed – my brainIdling on some compulsive fantasy –I towel …
In Memory Of My Mother By Patrick Kavanagh – Top Irish Poems
In Memory Of My Mother by Patrick Kavanagh is a moving tribute to his mother by the great Irish writer Patrick Kavanagh. It is ranked number 12 on my list of top 100 Irish poems which I …
“Cheers In Irish” (Gaelic) How To Say It And Pronounce It With Video
You visit Ireland for the first time, stop into an Irish bar, and are wondering “just how do I say cheers in Irish!?”. Don’t worry; you are not the first …
The Great Hunger by Patrick Kavanagh – Full Poem And Facts
Well, this week from my list of top 100 Irish poems I picked number 23 titled “The Great Hunger”. Keep in mind I know very little about Irish poetry and …
New Song: Emerald Isle – Leaving Ireland To Live Across The World
For many of us, 2020 was one of the hardest year imaginable. Virtually every industry was affected especially anyone who relies on live performances. I received a lovely email yesterday …
10 Irish Quiz Questions For Your Next Quiz (Test Yourself)
I was doing one of those fun family Zoom quiz’s last month and I was in charge of the Irish quiz questions. So I thought why not include these questions …
Top 20 Irish Celtic Symbols And Their Meanings(Updated Weekly)
For centuries, Celtic symbols and signs held incredible power for the ancient Celts in every way of life. The word “Celtic” refers to people who lived in Britain and Western …
Padraig O’Conaire – Gaelic Storyteller, by F.R. Higgins – Top Irish Poems
This week’s Irish poem is Padraic O’Conaire Gaelic Storyteller is a moving poem written by Frederick Robert Higgins. Higgins wrote it as a tribute to his friend after his …
Top 40 Of The Funniest Irish Jokes (With New Paddy And Murphy Jokes)
Irish jokes are famous across the world, some good and some bad. For the past 30 days, I have been sharing an Irish joke every day on my Facebook page. To …
Ireland’s Top 100 Favourite Irish Poems (Updated Weekly)
I have been on a bit of an Irish poems streak so to speak in recent weeks. It started with a lovely 200-year-old Irish poem that many of you enjoyed …
EPIC by PATRICK KAVANAGH, 1938 – Top 100 Irish Poems
I have lived in important places, times When great events were decided : who owned That half a rood of rock, a no-man’s land Surrounded by our pitchfork-armed claims. I …
The Celtic Knot Meaning And The 8 Different Types Explained
There is an immense number of ways in which the Celtic knot design can be used. I have discussed this many times in my main article on Celtic Symbols. Today …
Is This The Worst Irish Accent In A New Trailer? Wild Mountain Thyme
My Facebook feed was overwhelmed with comments and posts on the latest trailer from Wild Mountain Thyme. The trailer of Wild Mountain Thyme has also baffled a lot of people …
10 of the Best Poems by Irish Poets Updated For 2020
Ireland has many famous Irish poets. In last weeks post, I shared this incredible 200-year-old poem from James Orr. From ancient Celtic symbols to famous Irish poets we have a …
The Irishman A 200 Year Old Poem Still Relevant Today By James Orr
Today I wanted to share a lovely Irish poem with you called the Irishman. While it dates back to 1884 it still resonates with me and I am sure with …
Olympic Skater ‘Irish Dances’ Across Ice, Brings Entire Stadium To Their Feet
Be prepared to be blown away by U.S. national champion figure skater Jason Brown, an incredible Olympic skater. The song in this remarkable video is “Reel Around The Sun” from the …