Holidays Around The World

Last week we had Labour Day here in Victoria. There aren't as many states in Australia as in the US, but they seem to have greater autonomy in celebrating various dates, such as the Queen's Birthday (who else gets to have multiple celebrations?), Labour Day, and others. This week, of course, is Good Friday, Easter and Easter Monday. Everyone is looking forward to a 4-day weekend (or in my case 3-plus-one-workday). I'm looking forward to going to church as well, since my schedule usually leaves me too tired on a Sunday morning.

We were surprised at the lack of green on Monday, however. Apparently, St Patrick's Day is not that widely celebrated by Melbournians. There wasn't even an Irish pub close by, so Andrew & I greatly missed Mom's corned beef & cabbage dinner. I did proudly sport my Sullivan pin and Andrew donned a shamrock, as well. Perhaps we can get enough clan members over here to lobby for St. Paddy's Day as a national holiday.

Now, for the most important remembrance -- may each of you have a blessed Easter as we celebrate Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection!