"Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely."

Here are some old Irish Quotes that are both serious and humorous and well worth remembering and repeating.

The Holy Wells of Ireland are believed to provide the faithful with special spiritual and physical blessings.

Gathering "news" is one of Ireland's national pasttimes and this is reflected in the Irish love of a good book. Here are some of mine.

The Irish pub, or "public house," is an icon. Going "down the pub" for a drink, company, music, dancing, and story-telling an important part of the Irish quality of life.

Halloween is one of those holidays that has deep roots. It goes back and back, and while the name may change, it's meaning remains the same.

The Irish Dolmens fit in well with the landscape. So well, that if you didn't know it was there, you might mistake it for a more modern structure. How did our ancestors 5000 years ago move those huge stones? Why?

On St. Patrick, shamrocks, and a great Irish tenor, John McCormack.

Looking for your Irish roots? Do you ever wonder when you see your name in a history book if there is a relationship to you? For many people, genealogy is a fascinating hobby. Uncovering layers of history to find the family’s ancestors can be like a scavenger hunt through time.

When the weather starts to turn cold, there’s nothing like a good stew to warm body and soul. Here’s the way Mrs. O’Donnell used to make it.