St. Patrick's Day originated as a Roman Catholic holiday recognizing St. Patrick, and was brought to America by Irish immigrants as a way of affirming their identity. It's since been adopted by Americans of all backgrounds and has become best known for parades, beer, and turning rivers green.
Signs of Spring
What's the first sign of Spring that you look for? For us it's looking out the window and seeing the neighbor's magnolia tree blossom. For others it might be the sighting of the first robin, or the crocus popping its head up. Unfortunately, it seems we may have to wait a while to see any of these signs - at least here, in northern Indiana.