I didn't do anything particularly special this year, but I did wear green and my shamrock earrings. My little shamrock plant was in the place of honor on the table, along with a shamrock theme doily. We did have corned beef on rye for dinner on Sunday but we were so busy all weekend and on Monday that I didn't make a full corned beef dinner. I didn't even make myself an Irish Coffee! (Until the last couple of years, I made sure to have Lucky Charms on hand for St Patrick's Day breakfast, and baked Barm Brack.) I haven't ever participated or watched a St Patrick's Day parade.
Luck, chance, probability . . . yes, they are all real and sometimes I get the lucky bounce and a lot of times I don't. I don't rely on luck or believe that there are good luck charms or those kinds of things that can make a difference. Most of the time, I think good luck is largely a result of hard work, persistence, or God's intervention, or some combination. There's a saying about "gotta be good to be lucky, and lucky to be good" that is probably true, to some extent.
3. Of the 15 green foods listed, which one is your favorite and how do you like it prepared? Any on the list that are a hard no for you? In general do you like fruits and veggies? As a kid did you eat them willingly or did you hide peas in your napkin hoping your momma wouldn't see?
Asparagus, avocado, broccoli, celery, cucumber, grape, green bean, kale, kiwi, lettuce, lime, pear, peas, pistachios, spinach
On its own merits, I like grapes best. As a featured ingredient, lime wins because of Margaritas and Key Lime pie, not necessarily together. I also like pistachio flavored ice cream and lattes, but for whatever reason I seldom eat pistachios. I like baby spinach as a salad green, and spinach in dishes like Chicken Florentine or cannelloni. Broccoli and avocado are hard no for me. Generally speaking I like most fruits but there aren't a lot of veggies that I genuinely like. A lot are just okay - I like them but without any enthusiasm, and most veggies I just kind of tolerate and eat them because they're "good for me" and to be polite. I did not like veggies at all as a kid and avoided all but corn and carrots as much as I could.
It's so tempting for me to be just a little green with envy about a couple things: people that have all their family living close so they can see kids and grandkids any time; people that have the ability to travel a lot; and, in keeping with the question about luck, people that seem to always have things turn out super well.
I wasn't constantly outdoors as a kid, but I would still say I spent a lot of time outside. We played in the backyard and roamed the neighborhood playing with our friends in their yards or at the nearby parks. I walked to and from school. We rode bikes everywhere. When my family went on vacation, it was usually a camping trip so that also meant time outdoors. Nowadays, I don't spend that much time outdoors. Working full time is a big factor, but also I'm not riding bikes or running around at playgrounds any more! We do try to go for walks and to visit parks with good walking and hiking trails.
I'm a little worried that I'm coming down with a cold, as my throat started feeling icky this afternoon. Most likely it's allergies, as my eyes have been itchy and weepy for a few days and I also had a couple of sneezing spells today. All the same, I opted to stay home from Dinner + Discipleship, and get some rest.
As I usually do, I invite you to check out the current Wednesday Quotes link-up theme of "Looking After Yourself" - you'll find it here: WQ - Self-Care of Selfish?
Have you experienced good luck this week? Leave a comment and let me know!
I had never thought of having a corned beef dinner until I read all the posts about St Patrick's Day. I think I am going to have to make one.
ReplyDeleteGrapes are my favourite too and I feel the same about veggies. I am getting better at eating them but I wouldn't go out of my way to.
Oh no! I hope you are feeling better now.
I remember being puzzled about why corned beef was even associated with St Patrick's Day and researching it, although of course I don't remember it all now. I like corned beef but hate cabbage, so sandwiches work just as well for me. And I do feel like such a child for not enjoying veggies, but I think many adults are not big fans if we're honest. Thanks for stopping by and commenting, and for the well-wishes!
DeleteI hope you don't have a cold!
ReplyDeleteI don't know what I've had, but thankfully I seem to be better! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteI hope your throat is better today! I enjoyed your answers.
ReplyDeleteAll the symptoms are just about gone - thanks for your well-wishes and for stopping by to comment!
DeleteSo much of this resonated with me, including, unfortunately, that I know I have a cold. It hasn't been that bad, just annoying. I hope you are getting lots of rest and feel better soon. I agree so much with your thoughts on veggies- they are exactly mine and I agree with your green with envy- about things always seemingly turning out well for some people. Also I liked your answer about "luck." There are many ways to look and think about that concept. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSorry you've been sick as well, and I hope you're feeling better now. Thankfully I think I'm over whatever that was for the most part. Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting!
DeleteI hope you escape the cold ! St. Patrick's day is not well known here, it came to us by the Americans who live here as there is an English speaking school where I live. Through blogging I heard about St. Patrick !
ReplyDeleteI admire St Patrick greatly, and I think it's interesting that even though he is a patron saint of Ireland, it seems that celebrating his holiday is a more American thing. Thanks for stopping byand commenting!
DeleteHi Kym, I hope you aren't coming down with any ick. I can understand that it would be hard to live far from family and especially grandchildren. Looks like most hodgepodgers spent a lot of time outdoors as kids. Happy Spring to you!
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed that I'm over the ick! I was also struck by how many of us spent so much time outside when we were kids. I don't think today's kids are outside nearly as much, because they have so much to keep them busy inside and their days seem more scheduled. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
DeleteI had Lucky Charms this year for the first time in decades. My daughter bought it for the kids and I forgot how much I love it! I hope you're feeling better. Lots going around so take care.
ReplyDeleteLucky Charms is one of my guilty pleasures! LOL I am feeling quite a bit better, thank you! And thanks so much for stopping by to comment
DeleteSounds like you had a nice St. Patrick's Day. God's intervention can be wonderful. The things you do with limes sound so delicious. I understand your concerns about people who have family close. We are blessed to have Adam, Gabby and James close but our daughter and son in law are in Montana. It's so hard on me and they just closed on their first home. I hope you are feeling okay. Take care.
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