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Shamrocks, Rainbows, and the Real Meaning of Luck St. Patrick’s Day is one of my favorite holidays, and yes, I probably talk about it a little too much, but can you blame me? Something about the shamrocks, leprechauns, and luck makes it such a fun celebration. Plus, my great-grandfather immigrated to the U.S. during the potato famine — my Irish roots run deep. My grandfather, in particular, could have easily been mistaken for a leprechaun himself. On a good day, he stood at about 5’1”, weighed maybe 130 pounds, and, believe it or not, wore a women’s size 5 shoe. I wish I were making that up! He was small but mighty with all the Irish spirit in the world. While some people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with green beer and lively pub crawls, my traditions are a little more low-key. I’m not a big drinker, so my main festive indulgence is a Shamrock Shake from McDonald’s. It’s green, nostalgic, and brings me as much joy as a pint of Guinness would for someone else! The Luck of the Irish Luck is a huge part of St. Patrick’s Day, whether it’s finding a four- leaf clover or chasing a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. But luck isn’t just about chance. It often involves perspective. There’s an old saying: “The harder I work, the luckier I get.” And I think there’s truth in that. Luck isn’t just stumbling upon good fortune; it’s also about making choices, taking opportunities, and finding silver linings even in tough situations. So this St. Patrick’s Day, whether you’re out celebrating, sipping a Shamrock Shake, or just enjoying the hint of spring in the air, take a moment to recognize the luck in your life. It might not come in the form of a four-leaf clover or a pot of gold, but in family, friendships, or even just the simple joys that make each day a bit brighter.
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The key is consistency. Moving just a little bit every day, whether walking, stretching, or doing a few seated exercises, can make a significant difference in keeping your brain active and engaged.
Not Your Mom’s Corned Beef and Cabbage
Inspired by AllRecipes.com
Ingredients
• 1 (4 lb) corned beef brisket with spice packet • 3 qts water • 1 onion, quartered • 3 carrots, cut into large chunks
• 3 celery stalks,
cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 tsp salt • 2 lbs red potatoes, halved • 1 small head of cabbage, cut into eighths
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Directions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, combine corned beef, spice packet contents, water, onions, carrots, celery, and salt. Bring to a simmer (skimming off any foam on top). 2. Cover pot, reduce to low heat, and let simmer for 3 hours until meat is fork tender. 3. Add potatoes to the pot and let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes or until potatoes are al dente. 4. Add cabbage along the edges of the meat and on top. Cover and let simmer until cabbage is tender, 20–30 minutes. 5. Place meat on a cutting board and let rest for 10–15 minutes. After meat has cooled, slice against the grain. 6. Add to a large serving bowl, ladle vegetables and broth over top, and serve.
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