Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Irish Thought for August 29...

Irish Trivia

Despite the reputation the Irish have for throwing cheerful wakes that are more like a party for the deceased, the tradition of keening is sometimes still practiced.  Keening is a type of loud crying, wailing, and proclaiming endearments in Gaelic for the lost loved one, and the noisy, heartfelt bereavement may include many participants and continue for hours.

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