Happy Saints Patrick & Joseph's Days

I grew up in Chicago's South-side and this time of year was a special. Yes, spring was normally around the corner, not like this year. It was special for two reasons. The feast of St. Patrick, March 17th and the feast of St. Joseph, March  19th.

Of course the Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day with gusto and invite everyone to wear the green and revel in the spirit. Now St. Joseph's day is normally celebrated with a "St. Joseph's Table" which is a meal that can compete with the likes of Thanksgiving day. Whether you are Irish, Italian, Polish or any other nationality that lays claim to these Saints... the opportunity to celebrate is something that should not be missed.

For my brothers and sisters in job search, we are normally so stressed we forget to or refuse to enjoy the things life has to offer us. Job search is hard work, without many rewards until you receive a job offer, so we need to look for opportunities to celebrate.

St. Joseph Tables are normally a gathering of people who all bring some food and share.  Its a wonderful tradition of good food, wonderful desserts and of course good wine. For St. Patrick's the fare is beer, whiskey and not so great food.  While some drink green beer on this day, an abomination, the idea is to toast and cheer for the Irish.

And since on St. Patrick's Day we are all wee bit Irish I offer you all this blessing:
May your troubles be less,
your blessings be more,
and nothing but happiness come through your door!