The last time my turn to write on this day, I posted a blessing for the day. I think I will do it again.

Let's take a break from things for a day, just one day. The news won't go away. I've added some music (scroll down, past the images) but for now, I toast to all of you, my friends near and far:

One day, I'd like to try this.



Here's to a long life and a merry one.
A quick death and an easy one.
A pretty girl and an honest one.
A cold pint-- and another one!





Bonus clicks, Songs Sung by Galen Crader, recorded at Limerick Junction, Atlanta GA., May 31, 2008. He'll be performing at Limerick Junction today. So, put your headphones on and enjoy!

1) Wild Rover, Sung by Galen Crader
2) Home Boys Home
3) Whiskey in the Jar
4) Drunken Sailor
5) The Rare Old Mountain
6) The Black Velevet Band
7) Caledonia
8) Some Say the Devil is Dead
9) The Hills of Donegal
10) All For Me Grog
11) Whiskey You're the Devil
12) Drink It Up Man
13) The Rattlin' Bog
14) Why Paddy's Not at Work
15) The Belle of Belfast City
16) Fiddlers Green

Full discloser: BobR and I are friends with Galen. If you enjoy his Irish music, you will love his original recording and you can purchase them on iTunes.

Enjoy!

and
O'Raine!