I really like airports. And airplanes. I had never been on an airplane before last summer, and since then, I've been waiting to board another one. Airports are stressful. They're chaotic and busy, but there's something exciting about them. It's like a ride at Disneyland.
I definitely want to travel more. There are so many places I want to go, Europe and Japan being on the top of the list. I want to tour Europe and see the old buildings, towering Gothic Cathedrals, and historical art museums. Most of the development around Phoenix is fairly new, so I'm drawn to the history that a lot of other places have. Japan is interesting to me as well. It also has lots of art and history. I think it would be fun to experience a culture so different from what I'm used to. Architecture used to be so artsy and aesthetic. Modern buildings are too square. Aside from seeing the sights, I would love to try all the different foods. Hey all~ It's Saint Patrick's Day. Typically when we think of Saint Patrick's Day, images of green, four-leaved clovers, and heavy drinking come to mind. But this holiday has some deeper and more interesting history behind it. Its origins are far from what time has turned it into. So here are some fun facts about St. Patty's day!
1. It's a religious holiday. Saint Patrick, as his title suggests, is a catholic saint- patron saint of Ireland, in fact. 2. Saint Patrick was a missionary from Roman Britain who introduced Christianity to Ireland. 3. According to tradition, he used a three-leaved shamrock to explain the holy trinity to the pagan locals. 4. People usually went to mass on Saint Patrick's day. 5. March 17 is supposedly the date Saint Patrick died. 6. Since March 17 usually falls during the Christian season of Lent, the Lenten restrictions on alcohol consumption are lifted to allow for celebration. And that's where we get the heavy drinking! (cuz give us a cheat day, and everyone goes crazy) 7. One Irish tradition on this holiday is to put a shamrock in the bottom of your drink, and either swallow it with the drink, or toss it over your shoulder for good luck. 8. Saint Patrick's day is a bigger deal globally than it is in Ireland. (it's a really big deal here in America) 9. It has transformed into a celebration of Irish culture as a whole. 10. There are often festivals and parades held for the holiday, and some notable landmarks are lit up green. It is sooooo hard for me to choose favorites with my art, especially since there is such diversity in my work. How do I compare a digital animation to a knit scarf? I'm going to pick a couple favorite pieces from different media, 'cuz I'm super indecisive.
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AuthorHello. I'm Alison. I'm not really a blogger, but I have this blog now. I'm an art student at ASU, born and raised in the searing Arizona heat. I Like fandom and spooky stuff. Plz explore my meager site. Archives
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