So...what is today REALLY all about? In a very general nutshell, today commemorates St. Patrick who famously "drove out the snakes" & brought Christianity to Ireland.
However, how do most people see today? Today is the day where everyone wears green to avoid getting pinched, when those who are of descent take extra pride in being Irish, & of course...when binge drinking reaches an all time high. Not that it doesn't peak on other holidays such as Halloween, Christmas, & New Year's. Just the fact that it's an Irish holiday, people keep the cliche alive & use this day as an excuse for intoxication.
What am I expecting for the rest of today? seeing shamrocks everywhere, the color green in every vicinity, & an influx of drunkards on the streets, getting into accidents, & getting rushed into the ER.
Let's just hope that DOESN'T happen. Cirrhosis is a nasty nasty liver disease. Yes I know, I'm sure many people already have Cirrhosis in some shape or form, but people will use today's holiday as a way to INCREASE/WORSEN this hepatic horror which can lead to total liver failure.
Take care of your livers people. It's more beautiful & important than you would think ;)
Anyways. Enjoy your day, beware of the cliche, wear green & sport your shamrocks.
...& DON'T step on any leprechauns.
'Til next time.
Deuces.
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