This Day Has Meaning For Me That Makes Me Smile In Remembrance.

I grew up in Vermont with my Grandparents from about the age of 7 on. Reason being that my Mom was in the process of being one of the first female TV news producers for the ABC network in Manhattan. She recognized that I like her was a natural on skis and had a possible future in the sport as well that growing up on the slopes was better than the newsroom. To this day I thank her for giving me the gift of the mountains.

My Grandmother was Irish – that is a ridiculous understatement..

Every holiday was an excuse to celebrate and warm up for Saint Patrick’s day – Halloween, Christmas, Fourth Of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day were all just practice for the BIG ONE – Today March 17. Every Holiday (including my birthday) she busted out the Shamrocks, Leprechauns, Elves, Clovers, Pots of Gold and Green Beer, Cake and jello.

Very confusing for a 7 year old yet so fun.

I miss you Nonny Nickey – her on left – my Mom on right