Funny Irish Jokes: Short, Long, a Bit Rude and Everything in Between
I have created a new collection of funny Irish jokes. Irish jokes are like a warm, comforting pint of Guinness – they’re bound to put a smile on your face …
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Ephemera by W.B. Yeats: The Love Poem He Wrote at Just 24
The Ephemera poem is the last on my list of Irish love poems. I started with a list of 12 Irish love poems, and it has been fun learning and …
Irish Baby Names: Ireland’s Most Popular Names (Official List, Published 2026)
Irish baby names, straight from the CSO: Rían and Lily are now Ireland’s most popular. Here is the official top 20, Northern Ireland’s list, and the best traditional Irish names with how to say them and what they mean.
The Story of the Irish Lotto: From a £147,059 First Jackpot to the €19 Million Record
The Irish Lotto at a glance Set up under the National Lottery Act 1986; scratchcards went on sale in 1987. First Lotto draw: 16 April 1988, won by Brigid McGrath …
Quotes From Father Ted: The Funniest Lines From Craggy Island
I have lost count of how many times I have rewatched Father Ted, it is an iconic show, and when I came across this collection of all the quotes from …
The Rose of Battle by W.B. Yeats: Poem and Meaning
Back with another wonderful Irish love poem. Of course, Yeats had to be featured yet once again. This is a love poem of sorts, and I say that because there …
Scaffolding by Seamus Heaney: The Short Love Poem Couples Choose for Weddings
I’ve been sharing an Irish love poem every week, and the poem Scaffolding by Seamus Heaney is definitely worth its feature. ‘Scaffolding‘ is one of Seamus Heaney’s first-ever poems, written around the …
Things to Do in Killarney: My Ultimate Guide From an Irishman
Nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of County Kerry, Ireland, lies the charming town of Killarney. This picturesque destination offers a delightful blend of natural wonders, world-famous lakes, rich history, and …
Love by Eavan Boland: Poem and Meaning
Back again with another Irish love poem! If this is your first time here, then I suggest after reading my notes on this poem, you pop on over to this …
11 Famous Irish Actors: From Liam Neeson to Cillian Murphy
I love seeing an Irish actor in a box-office success like Oppenheimer. There are so many famous Irish actors that I felt it would be best to list the top …
Facts About Cork, Ireland: Why We Call It the Real Capital
Facts about Cork from someone who’s from there: why it’s the Rebel County, the Titanic’s last stop at Cobh, Cork slang, famous faces and a bit of Cork vs Dublin banter.
Druid Symbols and Meanings: What’s Really Old and What’s Modern
The ancient druids wrote nothing down, so which druid symbols are really old? An honest guide to the oak, Awen, triskele, ogham, shield knot and more, with the real age of each.
Meeting Point by Louis MacNeice: The Love Poem Where Time Stands Still
I am back with another wonderful Irish love poem. This week it is a great poem, Meeting Point by Louis MacNeice. And if that name looks familiar, you would be …
The Cliffs of Moher in Harry Potter: Watch the Half-Blood Prince Scene
I was watching Harry Potter the half blood prince recently on a long-distance flight, and I could help but think that I was seeing the cliffs of Moher in Harry …
St Brigid’s Cross: Meaning, History and How to Make One
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. St Brigid’s cross is a small cross woven from rushes, with a square in the …