Leprechauns

Well, good morning everyone.  What a crazy world we have stepped into. You won’t find any philosophizing here, I’m sure you’re all trying to figure out the why’s and how of this temporary change in out lives.  On Tuesday, I stood with the crowd that said, “Oh, this will run it’s course quickly and be over soon. No need for panic.”  How that changed on Wednesday!  By Saturday I had worked myself into frenzy and started panic buying.  A quiet Sunday put things into perspective, but I was surprised when I went to the clinic for a blood test this morning  and was told they weren’t doing them right now.  Our new, Twilight Zone normal has begun.

I can’t imagine who will be reading this with so much crucial info to be following about the virus, but last week I promised you leprechauns and leprechauns you shall have. Despite the warnings against roaming, I am confident that these little guys will be out and about tonight, so set you leprechaun traps.

Most of our knowledge of Irish folklore comes from Douglas Hyde, collector of stories, protector of the Irish language, and avid jig dancer.  Lady Augusta Gregory shared his enthusiasm and broadened his research and influence. Thanks to them,  we have fine, comprehensive collections of Irish folklore.

Leprechauns are classified as solitary fairies, meaning they live alone.  They look like little old men.  They dress in green and often wear leather aprons since they make tiny shoes for more social fairies.  They are tricky little fellows.  If you catch one, he will promise you money if you let him go.  Good luck with that.  The can be dishonest, and fast.

Clurichauns (color-ih-konz) are lazy relatives of leprechauns.  They love to dress up fancy, mostly in red, and enjoy a good glass of wine.  In fact, they often take up residence in rich folks’ wine cellars, or to live comfortably –and drunkenly-  in wine makers’ barrels.

Downright mean, The Fear Deargs (fare-jerrig) kidnap and lock people in dark rooms.  Luckily, they hate loud noise and release their victims when the screaming become overpowering.

Those of you not in school or home from work could take a few minutes to check out some Irish fairy tales on the many fine sites on the web.

Here at LaDeDa, we’re following suggested guidelines; we’ll will be here in case of a book emergency.  Business will surely be slow.  Mot people I know are being smart and safe.  If we are too slow, I may sneak out an hour or so early.  If you plan to stop by after 4:30, give us a call first to see if we’re here. 682.7040.

Thanks for stopping by.