Happy St. Patrick’s Day everybody! I did a little bit of research about the day because I realized I didn’t know too much about it. Traditionally the day is meant to renew your spiritual vows and to offer prayers for missionaries around the world (due to St. Patrick’s missionary work bringing Christianity to Ireland). This struck me as sort of funny, because it’s now so commonly assiciated with going out and getting blasted at a pub! The actual day, March 17th, is the date of St. Patrick’s death (apparently, though there is some debate on the exact date and place of his death). 
One interesting tidbit I picked up was the shamrock as an icon for St. Patrick’s. Apparently he used the three-leafed shamrock to explain the holy trinity (father, son, holy ghost). His followers began wearing the shamrock and it became a symbol for the festivities.
Regardless, I say it’s time for a pint (or several pints) of Guinness, sharing a good time with friends and generally enjoying the day. God bless the Irish and their holiday which gave the world an excuse to party!