“Seeing Things” is a profound collection of poetry by Seamus Heaney, a towering figure in modern Irish literature and a Nobel Laureate in Literature. This collection, published in 1991, delves …
I love finding videos on Ireland; there are so many great ones out there. We have a very beautiful country. And as an Irish person, I stumbled across this 30-minute …
Shane MacGowan, esteemed lead vocalist and songwriter of the pioneering Celtic punk group The Pogues and a revered figure in band leadership, passed away at the age of 65 after …
You may or may not have heard the term most powerful passport or perhaps someone has said, “Oh, I have the most powerful passport in the world”. All that it …
Back with a wonderful Irish poem. This week, it is a piece that resonates with the warmth and depth of Irish culture. The poem Mossbawn: Sunlight is a tribute to …
Firstly, a lot of these Irish New Year’s Traditions will surprise you. They did me, although some I not only knew but experienced growing up in Ireland. Ah, the Irish …
This week, I am sharing the Irish poem Casualty By Seamus Heaney. It’s a piece that reflects a critical period in Irish history and showcases Heaney’s incredible skill in capturing …
When one thinks of poetry, laughter might not be the immediate reaction. However, as we delve into the visceral imagery of Seamus Heaney’s “The Grauballe Man”, we find there’s room …
It has been a while since I shared an old video of Ireland, and I thought it was about time I did. This is a wonderful video from 1965 and …
Seamus Heaney’s “Punishment” from his “North” collection is a heartbreaking reflection on pain and revenge. It’s stirred by the tragic tale of a young girl’s ancient remains found preserved in …
Zombie has become the unofficial anthem of Ireland’s rugby World Cup. It started gaining traction in the pool games, and now, with today’s game of Ireland vs New Zealand, I …
For the fourth year in a row, Ireland proudly remains the leading nation in generosity on the GoFundMe platform, as per the platform’s report. A staggering five million contributions have …
You may have previously seen my article on Celtic symbols, but today, I wanted to discuss how these Irish symbols have transcended into modern days. And how Ireland is constantly …
Seamus Heaney’s poem “The Forge” is a beautiful exploration of the art of blacksmithing and the transformational power of labour. This poem, part of Heaney’s collection “Death of a Naturalist,” …
If you enjoyed my incredible list of Irish sayings previously, you might also be looking for some Irish greetings. And Irish greetings often reflect the warmth and friendliness of Irish …