12th July
Happy 12th of July then.
It’s not my world, but if you’re of Scots-Irish stock, like much of rural Missouri, and much of rural everywhere from the Appalachians to the mountains on the other side of North America, then it’s probably your world.
So if you want to celebrate your Irish culture, and you like to celebrate all things labelled Celtic, and often you like to celebrate things Scottish that are kind of Irish, then this is your day.
If Bertie and Big Ian can indulge in present-giving at the site of the Battle of the Boyne, maybe you should burn a big pile of stuff, or taunt your local police, or beat a big drum, or just Americanize it with Orange clothing - use your Halloween garb, or go for Red, White & Blue - it should be handy as you were wearing that last week - and go grab yourself an Amber beer, a jumbo Bratwurst made with real cheddar cheese, and a bowl of Orange Potato Salad. And some Cheetos.
If you’re not sure how to celebrate this facet of your culture, have a read of the great Old Knudsen who knows more about it than I ever will.
Note: For these purposes I’m a Taig, a Fenian, and a Mucksavage. You may well be a Prod and if so know that you are never, ever a Prot.
See Also:
• Michael Flatley Troubles Unionists
• The Greatest Day to be Irish in Kansas City
• Why Won’t Unionists Agree (This Time)?
• I love Unionists, or at least, their music
Eolaí gan Fhéile:
There are electric Prods, and cattle Prods, but my personal favourites are Reservoir Prods.
Ah you’re being humble Bock. My favourites are those of your own creation, the mechanical digital friends perfect for a quick walk more commonly called a march.