I know what you’re thinking, St. Patrick’s Day is for drunks, not for lovers, Lisa! St. Patrick’s Day does not have to only be about drinking though, it can be a day for romance too.
As this international holiday dedicated to intoxication, corned beef, and all things green comes upon us, March 17 may be your perfect excuse to do something unexpected and romantic.
1. Kegs and eggs. Many bars open at dawn to commence the St. Patty’s celebration with kegs and eggs for breakfast. If you and your wee las are willing, you can start the party early too. This will guarantee a nooner, most definitely. However, if you are feeling more tame, you can also surprise your partner with some homemade soda bread and coffee in bed along with a little note reminding them of how lucky you are to have each other.
2. Find the pot of gold. If you have to work on this blessed day, it will be easy to cook up some after-work fun. Buy streamers in rainbow colors and tape them along your floor. Run the streamers right into your bedroom where you are wearing strategically-placed shamrocks. Leave a bucket with two beers and a note telling your partner to follow the rainbow to where you are waiting. This simple gesture will have him thanking his lucky charms.
3. Parade near you. Surprise your mate by taking them to an authentic St. Patrick’s Day parade. Regardless of where you live, someone, somewhere is likely hosting such an event. You can visit this site to see what events are happening near you. Spend time hand-in-hand listening to bagpipes and watching Irish dancers. The change of scenery and culture will be a nice change to your regular dates.
The best reason to be romantic on St. Patrick’s Day is simple: it is unexpected. Your partner will be pleasantly surprised to see that you have thought of them, in addition to where he’ll find his next pint of Guinness.
