A Toast to the Irish
“May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks.
May your heart be as light as a song.
May each day bring you bright, happy hours
that stay with you all the year long.
And may misfortune follow you
the rest of your life, and never catch up.”
“Here’s to health, peace and prosperity.
May the flower of love never be nipped
by the frost of disappointment,
nor shadow of grief fall
among your family and friends.”
“May you always have work for your hands to do.
May your pockets hold always a coin or two.
May the sun shine bright on your windowpane.
May the rainbow be certain to follow each rain.
May the hand of a friend always be near you.
And may God fill your heart
with gladness to cheer you.”