Dressed in Green

St. Patrick's Day is an event that my family has enjoyed as long as I can remember. Even though we are not Irish, we appreciate St. Patrick's Day each year. I remember the parades, wonderful food, and the enjoyment of being with family and friends. This year, my sister and I hosted a special dinner and game time to make a special night for my little grandgirls. Hopefully, they will remember this time we spent together on St. Paddy's Day.

Below are two quotes in my baking area. They remind me that blessings come even when a day starts out gray.

"May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door."

"Blessed beyond measure!"

I baked Irish Soda Bread for the first time

I added a touch of color.

to make the bread more festive.

☘

Three little Grandgirls are dressed for St. Patrick's Day.

Each child presented me with three different thoughts.

6-year-old: "Grandma, I made a Leprechaun trap with my 5th Grade Buddy at school today. It's in the car." Off she went to get her trap. It was an interesting device with a quick drop. I was impressed.   

2-year-old (almost 3): "My dress fell in the toilet when I went to the potty today at pre-school."  wasn't expecting that comment but we all had a good laugh.

8-year-old: "I'm ready to begin the scavenger hunt. Do I have to find real shamrocks?" After finishing her scavenger hunt paper, she said.↴

"Grandma, I wrote a poem about Four Leaf Clovers:

Clovers are good luck

but they are not much.

4-leaf clovers are hard to find.

Maybe you can find them in a mine.

☘ by Sierra, age 8 ☘ 

The poem was a surprise, even though I had asked Sierra to add one to end her scavenger hunt. Sierra was pleased with her poem, and I was happy that each child had a good time. Of course, there were small treats and candy for each little girl who finished her scavenger hunt.

blessings bring joy

like snowflakes fluttering down

circulating peace

©CVarsalona, 2026

Day 19 March 2026

 12th year with Two Writing Teachers