Irish people have a trick of over-statement, at which one ceases to wince as one grows older.

The kind need kindness most of all.

I have often heard it said that the Irish are too ready to forgive. It is a noble failing.

The Irish always jest even though they jest with tears.

Drawbacks are good when you are on holiday. If the holiday were too good you might not want to go home again.

O, the red rose may be fair, And the lily statelier; But my shamrock, one in three Takes the very heart of me!

I have always believed that hair is a very sure index of character.