I’d Buy a Goose

It depends on how much I won. Maybe I wouldn’t win enough for a goose 😀. Anyway, gambling is generally discouraged in all Christian traditions and probably in other religions too. So, I’d feel a bit strange buying a lottery ticket. A friend of mine, who’s an atheist, wouldn’t buy them either. He says that … Continue reading I’d Buy a Goose

The American Wake?

Sorry for the misleading title 😀. In Ireland, when a family member emigrated—often to the U.S.—the night before their departure was treated like a wake, because families believed they might never see them again. “A funeral wake is a gathering of family and friends to honour someone who has died, usually offering a more relaxed, … Continue reading The American Wake?

You See My Friend, It All Depends

That’s somewhat similar to a question asked a couple of days ago, which I answered in my Fun Fun Fun post 😀. Perhaps it depends on the mood I’m in. It reminds me of an old song that I used to hear on my parents’ records. The first entry that I found on YouTube was … Continue reading You See My Friend, It All Depends

King John’s Castle

I moved from Cork to Limerick around 40 years ago. But I haven’t got around to visiting King John’s castle yet. I did attend a Paul Weller concert in the grounds in July 2024. And I frequently observe the outside of the castle. But I haven’t gone into the visitor’s centre or explored the towers … Continue reading King John’s Castle

The Leader Is Good, The Leader Is Great!

When I think of the word “leader”, I get mixed feelings. I’ve known plenty of bad leaders or mediocre leaders in addition to good ones. But I’m hugely thankful for the good ones, who are humble and seek to serve rather than arrogant empire builders, like the guy in one Simpsons episode 😂. Off the … Continue reading The Leader Is Good, The Leader Is Great!