The Countdown

Fifteen Days Until Fighting Irish Football Season . . . . . . 

♣ Love Thee, Notre Dame ♣

This day, dedicated to St. Patrick, is one of my favorites of the year (after Christmas of course, and maybe my birthday ...) I'm pretty sure that wouldn't be the case had I not attended the most Irish university in our country. They know how to celebrate anything Irish at Notre Dame, and I miss the place more than ever on this day. But, each year, I feel my connection to the university so strongly. I think of tailgating and green beer, the Victory March and bagpipes, but I also remember my friends, the Notre Dame family, and the meaning of loyalty, faith, and love. Above all else, it brings a sense of belonging as well as a feeling of contentment and comfort. Today, everyone wishes they were Irish. I get to be Irish everyday!

Notre Dame, Our Mother

Notre Dame, our Mother


Tender, strong and true


Proudly in the heavens,


Gleams thy gold and blue.


Glory's mantle cloaks thee


Golden is thy fame,


And our hearts forever,


Praise thee, Notre Dame.


And our hearts forever,


Love thee, Notre Dame.