Monday, March 12, 2012

Erin Go Bragh


May your home be filled with laughter.

May your pockets be filled with gold.

May you have all the

happiness your heart can hold.




 "Céad mile failte"

A hundred thousand welcomes!

It's time for Kathleen's

Annual St. Patrick's Day

Blog Crawl


I fixed a special tray to

 help us celebrate.




 There are top hats 

 and shamrocks a plenty.




 Gold Coins 

 for Luck




 Green Checks and Stripes

in Honor of the Emerald Isle




Even a 

 four leaf clover!




 All special details to celebrate

St. Patrick's Day.






 I hope you'll 

 enjoy the treats!




 There's Irish coffee made with

Bushmills' Irish Whiskey.




 Topped with sweet whipped cream

and a little candy shamrock.




 A plate of goodies 

 made just for you.





 Rich Egg Custard

with Berries and Cream

and




 An Assortment 

 of Cookies





 May good luck be with you

wherever you go and your blessings

outnumber the shamrocks that grow.






 Like the warmth of the sun

and the light of the day,

may the luck of the Irish

shine bright on your way.






Long live the Irish,

Long live our cheer,

Long live our friendship year after year.


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Sarah
Sarah

The summer we married, my husband was in graduate school, and I was employed as a teacher. We took a portion of our savings that summer and purchased a sailboat. We christened our Catalina 22, “Hyacinths For The Soul” after Saadi’s poem. Our "Hyacinths" provided years of pleasure.

58 comments:

  1. bjMarch 13, 2012 at 1:05 AM

    O, my....what a wonderful party you put on. This is amazing...the food looks so pretty and delicious..and your photos are wonderful.

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  2. ZinniaMarch 13, 2012 at 3:04 AM

    I like that you share of Irish sayings. With you, I get a big dose of Irish celebration of St. Patrick. Fun for me as Swedish because we have not the treadition. I wish you a wonderful tea-time! Zinnia

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  3. JojoMarch 13, 2012 at 4:26 AM

    That Irish coffee looks yummy and those candy shamrocks are adorable.

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  4. LynnMarch 13, 2012 at 4:29 AM

    I love your fun poems Sarah! I'd like to make a seasonal chalk board and write that first one on it:@)

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  5. SoniaMarch 13, 2012 at 6:16 AM

    Love it!! All your special green details are just fabulous! That Irish coffee looks delicious!! Love the vintage card of St Patrick! Happy St. Patrick's Day Sarah!
    Miss Bloomers

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  6. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMarch 13, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    The wearing o the green looks wonderful in your home! Happy St. Paddy's...

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  7. VictoriaMarch 13, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    So beautiful a tribute...such charm and beauty..gorgeous creative images! Love the coins..too cute! Beautiful!
    Victoria

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  8. The TablescaperMarch 13, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    I'll take the Irish Coffee! LOL! Love that green checked plate! Looks like a celebration to me.

    - The Tablecaper

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  9. French Girl in SeattleMarch 13, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    And voilà, you have done it again-- Putting Martha Stewart to shame, with your beautiful and creative home decor... Can't wait to read your recipes. They might come in handy (I have a lot of Irish friends here in Seattle) Veronique - French Girl in Seattle)

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  10. French Girl in SeattleMarch 13, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    And voilà, you have done it again-- Putting Martha Stewart to shame, with your beautiful and creative home decor... Can't wait to read your recipes. They might come in handy (I have a lot of Irish friends here in Seattle) Veronique - French Girl in Seattle)

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  11. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 13, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    This looks like a fun party! Great food and oh that Irish Coffee...yum!
    hugs, Linda

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  12. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)March 13, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Hi Sarah, Your tray of Irish goodies is beautiful, as always! I especially like the little top hat tree with the green picket fence! Happy St. Patty's Day to you. I must begin planning for National Tartan Day--thanks for the reminder. Linda
    p.s. I posted my little heart with the key a few days ago!

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  13. RettabugMarch 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    I just KNEW you'd have a delicious collection, Sarah...of both FOOD & PRETTIES!! LOVE that checked plate & the darling custard cup.
    We had the same Irish coffee at our house in front of the fireplace. Today is our FIRST warm day this year & I'm going outside to celebrate!

    Happy St. Patrick's Day, Early,
    Rett

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  14. CynthiaMarch 13, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Absolutle great!! I love that top hat!!!

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  15. a quiet lifeMarch 13, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    happy st pats to you and sadie, looks like she is pretty darn lucky already~

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  16. AnonymousMarch 13, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Love your post. so festive! Happy St. Patrick's Day! early. See you at Kathleen's. Pat

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  17. BabsMarch 13, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    What a wonderful tray of Irish-ness to celebrate the day! I love all the yummy looking treats, and the Irish coffee, with Bushmill's no less, looks so inviting. The custard cup looks really good,too.
    Thanks again for the goodies you sent for my post. You were so sweet to think of me.

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  18. AnonymousMarch 13, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Hi Sarah! Oh, what wonderful St. Pat's day things! You have so many things for every holiday. Now I wish I could come over.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  19. Sue McPeakMarch 13, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    You Gotta Be Irish!!! What a fun party! I'll have some Irish coffee and a couple of those Shamrock Cookies! Great photos, Sarah. I'm turning Green!!!!

    Sorry, I haven't been by in awhile. It's been busy at CITexas Gal with writing stories about my Texas Folks and getting ready for the debut of the 1940 US Census.

    Come on over and see what's up with that...you might want to join in the 1940 US Census Community Project. Especially if you are into your Family Genealogy. Hope to see ya soon....Sue

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  20. MarigeneMarch 13, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    Love all the green, Sarah! Those plates are fabulous...love the shamrock cookie.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 13, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    :)

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  22. FABBY'S LIVINGMarch 13, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Oh Sarah, such beautiful things for St. Patty's, andsuch fun party! You have the best rhings! The plates are gorgeous and the cookies are so adorable, wish I had a cookie cutter like a shamrock! I'm at Kathleens's Irish party, lol. Lots of hugs,
    FABBY

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  23. Bunny JeanMarch 13, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    Hi Sarah!

    Those are the cutest little lidded cupcake dishes, and the real goodies are nice too!

    Thanks you for sharing them at my party.

    xoxo Bunny Jean
    Wednesday's Bunny Hop Party!

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  24. Phyllis @Around the HouseMarch 13, 2012 at 11:35 PM

    Your little ode to St. Patty's Day is the cutest thing...love the spoon design...the cupcake dish is so cute and I am a dessert person...loved the photography...perfect...

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  25. MaryMarch 14, 2012 at 4:34 AM

    Sarah~ Your tray of St. Paddy's treats looks delicious! I'd like an Irish Coffee right now~ is breakfast too early for one? :) I read Jain's comment, do you have a new addition to your family?

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  26. DebbieMarch 14, 2012 at 5:51 AM

    I love it all, but you really got me with the Irish coffee. That looks delicious.

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  27. KathleenMarch 14, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Top o' the Morning, Sarah! What a lovely tray of goodies, the custard is calling me! I am a teetotaler so I'll give my Irish Coffee to Alma, who seemed to notice that first! :)
    Thanks so much for joining the crawl , and for the Irish treats! Slainte' !

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  28. PondsideMarch 14, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Now that's a party I'd love to attend! On the top of my list would be that wonderful Irish coffee, and then perhaps some of the custard and berries - what a treat!

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  29. PriscillaMarch 14, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    Wow, Sarah, what a collection. I must admit, I've never done much of anything for St. Patrick's Day, aside from wearing orange on the 17th. (Just my Anglican way of quietly expressing my self)
    I do enjoy my Irish Breakfast Tea every morning, though. Boy, do they know how to blend lovely tea! ☺

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  30. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 14, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    This is a very festive and cheerful St. Patrick's Day display, Sarah!
    I'd love a sip of the Irish coffee and a couple of shamrock cookies, please:)

    The St. Patrick card is gorgeous--love its green and gold.

    Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  31. The French HutchMarch 14, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    What a great celebration you have for St. Patrick's Day. A beautiful collection for your vignette and great treats for your guests. I love the pretty green cups of Egg Custard and such pretty cookies. I would love to join your party for your company and one of those Irish Coffees. Happy St. Patricks Day to you Sarah!

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  32. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMarch 14, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    The custard sounds wonderful! I adore that green and white checked plate. Happy St. Patricks Day Sarah!

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  33. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMarch 14, 2012 at 8:34 PM

    What a fine St. Paddy's Day party you've made, Sarah!! I'd love to be a guest!!(

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  34. ScribblerMarch 14, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    Thanks so much for visiting and commenting.

    This looks like one party I would love to attend! Please tell me how to make the Irish Coffee. I had one at a restaurant recently that said it had Jameson's and Baileys'.

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  35. KarenMarch 14, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    Your post is wonderful! Can't wait for the recipes. Me thinks you havea wee bit o' Irish in ya, Lassie! Lucky you!!
    Thanks for your visit and comments.
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  36. DeniseMarch 14, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    You are not late at all My dear.I was waiting for you to arrive.Your part of our party was delicious and a delight to see."See" you soon I hope.God bless Denise

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  37. Yellow Rose ArborMarch 14, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Your Irish theme tray is perfect for St. Patrick's Day! Is that a little ceramic cupcake jar? So cute! I've never seen one for St. Pat's Day!

    Katherine

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  38. ButtercupMarch 14, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    What fun! Thanks so much for visiting Buttercup's. Please stop by often and have a very happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  39. xinexMarch 14, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    What a beautiful party this is, Sarah! Your Irish coffee looks so good....Christine

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  40. SueMarch 14, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    Oh I could so be enjoying those treats on that great checked plate! after seeing your Irish coffee, I'm now convinced that I need to serve it on Sat. Night. Yum...
    No need to apologize about visiting late- I'm very behind, myself. Life and work just seem to get in the way of my blogging fun! LOL
    ~Sue

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  41. ChandyMarch 14, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Beautiful table! Glad I stopped by to see it!

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  42. GinaMarch 15, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    What a beautiful tray you've set! I love all the sweet St. Pat's Day details and the goodies look so yummy! Happy St. Patrick's Day to you!

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  43. DebbiedoosMarch 15, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Those are some wonderful looking treats. The whiskey drink looks yummy too. Pretty table. Happy St. Patrick's day to you Sarah! For the record I just went out this morning and bought two more knock out roses. Such great feedback from everyone I thought, what the hay, I can grow these:) We shall see. I love them.

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  44. Meeha MeehaMarch 15, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Lovely St Patrick's vignette! I especially like the top hat (!!) and the raspberry in the sea of lime green! Thank you for visiting my fake wallpaper :)

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  45. Chubby ChiequeMarch 15, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    What a lovely post to honour St. Paddy.

    I wish more golden coins to give me luck.

    Hope you have many luck to come and a blessed w/end to come.

    Greetings,
    /C
    Pls press this link as I messes my new bloggie blog at the moment.
    http://simchieinspires.blogspot.com

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  46. joettererMarch 16, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    LOVE your blog name.

    That glitter picket fence is so cute! Happy St. P's day to ya!

    www.minnesotajunker.blogspot.com

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  47. Twinkle TerriorMarch 16, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Sarah - you are so talented !! Love it all oxxox Happy St Pattys!

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  48. My Dream CanvasMarch 16, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    This looks great!! you have a lovely blog. I hope you'll visit me at My Dream Canvas :-)

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  49. LVMarch 16, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    A perfect showing of the green today. A very nice post.

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  50. Reba and Eldarose, sisters, friends and co-bloggersMarch 17, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Sarah,

    Such a pretty offering! I kept spotting it at the link parties and wanting to drop by to say how much I liked it. The cookies and the drink are perfect for St. Patrick's Day and the plate and napkins are adorable. They all come together so well. Thank you for sharing.

    Frankly, your post made me hungry. LOL!

    Happy St. Patrick's Day!

    Eldarose

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  51. Tobi Britton*pinkpixieforest.blogspot.comMarch 17, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    Great post- I am GREEN with envy!!! lol
    Happy Pink Saturday and Happy SPD!
    Sparkly Hugs,
    Tobi and the Pixies!

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  52. Denise at Forest ManorMarch 17, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    Hi Sarah,

    What a great post!! You've prepared a wonderful tray of Irish goodies and pretties for us to enjoy.

    I noticed your Irish Coffe with Bushmill's Whiskey. My husband and I toured the Bushmill's Distillery in Northern Ireland when we were there. I'm definitely going to visit Foodie Fridays to check out your recipes. I never met a custard I didn't like. :)

    Thanks for leaving a comment on my Ireland post, Sarah, and Happy St. Pat's Day to you and yours!

    Denise

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  53. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsMarch 18, 2012 at 7:12 AM

    You had me at the Irish Coffee and those fabulous cookies..I love the "beaded" cookie...Everything so beautifully created for a St. Patty' s tribute.

    Thank you for joining the Egg-xellent Spring Party.

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  54. danaMarch 18, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Hope you had a great Pink Saturday. Loved seeing all of your Irish items!!!

    dana

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  55. DoniMarch 19, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    Cute treats! LOVE your collection!
    Thanks so much for joining me for Pearls and Lace Thursday!!
    Blessings, Doni

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  56. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 19, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Such cute custard dishes, and that checked plate is adorable. You always come up with something unique. laurie

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  57. The TablescaperMarch 20, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    Great to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  58. The Charm of HomeMarch 21, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    I looks great Sarah! I love that Irish coffee! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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