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Modern Day Myths, Wednesday
"Today is a bit of a departure from our usual fare," Thor said once everyone was present. "Though I suppose depending on your perspective, the myths involved might still be considered 'modern'... I speak, of course, of the Day of Saint Patrick, which is coming up next week. Although it is a holiday commemorating an important historical figure in the nation of Ireland, it is widely celebrated here in America. The celebrations mostly seem to involve a great deal of drinking and revelry." So, the kind of celebration he could get behind.
"Although I am not too familiar with the religious traditions involved in celebrating his day, there are many symbols that have become part of the modern celebration. For example, you are likely to see a lot of green, and some people ascribe to a particular ritual that permits you to pinch another if you see they are not wearing any. I do not recommend doing this to strangers, of course," he said, turning momentarily stern. "But if your friends are comfortable with such casual contact, and it is not done with an intent to truly injure, the reactions can be amusing. If you go to Caritas this Tuesday, there is also the chance that your beverages may be green. Fear not, it is simply the result of added colouring and should not affect the taste of your ale. Also common are images of small creatures dressed in green who are apparently quite sneaky. These are called leprechauns, and should not be confused with the gremlins that infest the school dormitories. Still, should you happen to encounter one, although it may not bite, I would advise against trusting it. Lastly, in keeping with the theme of green items, the four-leafed clover is a common sight in Saint Patrick's Day decorations. It is believed by some to be lucky, as the majority of clover plants have simply three leaves. That being said, I hope you all have an enjoyable holiday, if you choose to partake in any festivities."
"Although I am not too familiar with the religious traditions involved in celebrating his day, there are many symbols that have become part of the modern celebration. For example, you are likely to see a lot of green, and some people ascribe to a particular ritual that permits you to pinch another if you see they are not wearing any. I do not recommend doing this to strangers, of course," he said, turning momentarily stern. "But if your friends are comfortable with such casual contact, and it is not done with an intent to truly injure, the reactions can be amusing. If you go to Caritas this Tuesday, there is also the chance that your beverages may be green. Fear not, it is simply the result of added colouring and should not affect the taste of your ale. Also common are images of small creatures dressed in green who are apparently quite sneaky. These are called leprechauns, and should not be confused with the gremlins that infest the school dormitories. Still, should you happen to encounter one, although it may not bite, I would advise against trusting it. Lastly, in keeping with the theme of green items, the four-leafed clover is a common sight in Saint Patrick's Day decorations. It is believed by some to be lucky, as the majority of clover plants have simply three leaves. That being said, I hope you all have an enjoyable holiday, if you choose to partake in any festivities."
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