St. Paddy is my Homeboy - a list by tatorandtots

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Whether you're Irish for life or just for the day, here are a few things to help you jig in style.

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I'm Irish. I can drink. I can jig. 'Nuf said.

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Enamel 3-Quart Dutch Oven, Emerald

First to recommend

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When you aren't cooking, fill it with vibrant ornaments and set it out on the counter as holiday decor.

Or add a Dutch Oven Recipe book and a packet or two of gourmet Soup mix, tie pretty ribbons to the lid with a cool mixing spoon and you have a fantastic wedding/engagement/grandma/Christmas/New Home/ hostess gift!

from Amazon:


* 3-quart lidded Dutch oven made of enameled cast iron
* Ideal for stovetop cooking, baking, marinating, refrigerating, and freezing
* Chip-resistant porcelain enamel surface eliminates the need to season
* Hand wash; oven-safe to 400 degrees F; wood or silicone utensils recommended
* Measures 9-3/4 by 3 by 9-3/4 inches; limited lifetime warranty

Updated Nov 20, 2008

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If I Should Fall from Grace with God: The Pogues

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While not a Christmas album, this CD contains, in my opinion, one of the greatest carols ever written. Far from traditional, "Fairytale of New York" is the drunken reverie of a soused up man and his soused up gal in the lock-up reflecting on their love on Christmas Eve. The female singer, Kristy McColl, had several hits of her own before her tragic death. Shane McGowan, the lead singer of the Pogues, is one of the most talented and troubled artists in the history of Irish music. A real genius and his own worst enemy.

Dark, haunting, beautiful and real.

If you want to hear the song, check it out on youtube. It doesn't do it justice, but you'll get the idea....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ff3aoSyYOVs

Here's the Wikipedia history:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairytale_of_New_York

For me, the season doesn't start until I begin blasting this around the house. Love it. Absolutely love it. It perfectly captures the dysfunction and beauty of the season.

Fairytale of New York:

It was Christmas Eve babe
In the drunk tank
An old man said to me, won't see another one
And then he sang a song
The Rare Old Mountain Dew
I turned my face away
And dreamed about you

Got on a lucky one
Came in eighteen to one
I've got a feeling
This year's for me and you
So happy Christmas
I love you baby
I can see a better time
When all our dreams come true

They've got cars big as bars
They've got rivers of gold
But the wind goes right through you
It's no place for the old
When you first took my hand
On a cold Christmas Eve
You promised me
Broadway was waiting for me

You were handsome
You were pretty
Queen of New York City
When the band finished playing
They howled out for more
Sinatra was swinging,
All the drunks they were singing
We kissed on a corner
Then danced through the night

The boys of the NYPD choir
Were singing "Galway Bay"
And the bells were ringing out
For Christmas day

You're a bum
You're a punk
You're an old slut on junk
Lying there almost dead on a drip in that bed
You scumbag, you maggot
You cheap lousy faggot
Happy Christmas your arse
I pray God it's our last

I could have been someone
Well so could anyone
You took my dreams from me
When I first found you
I kept them with me babe
I put them with my own
Can't make it all alone
I've built my dreams around you (via Fairytale of New York on YouTube)

Updated Nov 17, 2008

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Woodpecker Hard Cider

First to recommend

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My absolute favorite cider! Nothing quite beats it on tap in an Irish pub but thanks to stores like Sam's Wine, you can get it stateside in bottles. You may well also wander into a pub on this side of the pond and see it on the tap handle. If you do, be sure to have a pint. Made in partnership with the largest cider producer in the world, Bulmer's, it has a gorgeous, crisp pear and apple taste. Delicious.

6pk of 12 oz bottles

Updated Nov 16, 2008

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Silver Celtic Sex Ring

First to recommend

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I can't believe I'm rec'ing a c*ck ring. And sober, at that. But I was 'havin' a Google' for Celtic jewelry (a very innocent Google, I might add) and came across it. Ignore the pun. Please, God, ignore the pun.

Anyway, it made me laugh, blush and then giggle. So up it goes to TN.

ps Somewhere in all of this is a joke about St. Patrick and trouser snakes. But I'll leave that up to you.

from the site:

Truly luxurious, the sleek look of this elegant c*ck ring is sure to bring both you and your partner pleasure. Satiny-smooth on the inside, the outside is decorated with a frosted finish and a Celtic braided design for a unique touch.

Updated Nov 14, 2008

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'Traditional Irish welcome' doormat - Feck Off

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Traditional Irish slang, meant in the nicest way possible, of course.

Fecking fabulous. I think I found my new doormat.

Updated Nov 11, 2008

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Hand-Screened Claddagh Ring Pillow Shams

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When you think about it, the symbolism of the Irish Claddagh ring- Love, Loyalty and Friendship- is pretty perfect for a bed, wouldn't you say?

Updated Oct 18, 2008

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Chivers Blackcurrant Jelly

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Think gelatin, not jam. And ignore how awful this sounds and just try it- mix a packet of this with chopped beets and let it set. I know what you're thinking but I swear to God it's delicious....

Updated Oct 17, 2008

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Traditional Irish Breakfast Pack

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If you know anyone Irish- really Irish- that you'll be putting on your holiday gift list, consider sending them a full traditional Irish breakfast package from Ireland. All the brands and tastes we love, all in one place....

Updated Oct 17, 2008

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