happy st. patrick's day

While out enjoying the gorgeous spring weather, I passed a traditionally dressed Indian woman with a long thick black braid. Her sari was a lovely light green, and she had a matching ribbon holding the end of her braid.

As I glanced at her, I noticed a small, tasteful, but unmistakably clover-shaped pin attached to her top.

I'm not remotely Irish, despite what my professors think. However, I did work in Dublin for a little while, and I miss it. Ireland is a wonderful place, and the Irish are remarkably talented at making strangers feel welcome.

Therefore I encourage the widespread adoption of a day that honors the Irish, and will cheerfully toast to any and all manifestations of St. Patrick's Day, especially a green sari.

Sláinte, everybody!