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St. Patrick is probably one of the best known saints in the world.  We here in Ireland rejoice in our ownership of this iconic saint who is feted every year on our national holiday – the 17th [...]

Happy New Year. The 16th February sees the beginning of the Chinese New Year.  2018 is the Year of the Dog – the Earth Dog to be precise.  This movable annual festival is eagerly awaited by [...]

This year I have decided to ignore February and Valentine’s Day on Wednesday, 14th February.  There are several reasons for this – it falls on a Wednesday – Ash Wednesday! Secondly, I [...]