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Is Your Shillelagh a Sham? A Closer Look at Ireland's Famed Fighting Sticks
Many Canes Galore followers are world travelers and souvenir connoisseurs, and some of you may have even picked up a Shillelagh (pronounced shuh·lei·luh) or two during a visit to the Emerald Isle.
But is the knobby club a legitimate Irish weapon, or is it a load of blarney?
In the spirit of the upcoming holiday we are pleased to share with you this fun and informative article “Is Your Shillelagh a Sham?" In it, Bridget Haggerty separates facts from fiction with regards to these famed Irish symbols.
How to Care for a Walking Cane
Walking canes and seat sticks are generally robust items suitable for active use. However, a little care and maintenance will improve the appearance of your walking stick or seat and may extend its working life. Some useful tips are as follows.......
Dog Days of Summer are Here
Summer days hopefully bring a slower pace. Perhaps the pace slower due to the heat? Or when high temperatures bring outdoor activity to a grinding halt-the Dog Days of Summer are upon us.
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Memorial Day a Time to Reflect
Your Memorial Day holiday plan may be for day of fun and relaxation; but we hope you’ll take a moment to reflect on the sacrifice of the men and women who gave their lives for our precious freedom.
Calling all Moms - A Mother's Day Poem
Calling all Moms!
You might call her ‘Mother’, ‘Mom’, ‘Ma’ or ‘madre’; tots call her ‘Mommy’; ‘Mum’ in the UK,
‘Moms’, in slang, so called by a ‘tween; may be called mummy (not just Halloween);
In Latin she’s ‘Mater’, she’s ‘mor’ in Norway; ‘mutter’ in German, Portuguese call her ‘Mae’,
She’s ‘Mere’ out in France, ‘Muter’, Israel; ‘haha’ in Japan (where’s she’s funny as well?)
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Staying Positive as the Pandemic Wears On
The world has been put on standstill as the coronavirus pandemic rages on. The question arises: When will this end? How can one stay positive amidst the crisis? Here are five ways to stay positive during the coronavirus pandemic.