Tag Archives: St. Patrick’s Day

Sean Connery Sings “Pretty Irish Girl”

Posted on March 17, 2009 by The Retroist

Sean Connery is not be the greatest singer and that is exactly what makes his version of “Pretty Irish Girl” so entertaining. This performance is from “Darby O’Gill and the Little People” which I loved when I was a kid … Continue reading →

Lucky Charms’ Fun Facts and Commercials

Posted on March 17, 2009 by The Retroist

Lucky Charms has been a shameless part of my St. Patrick’s Day celebrating since I was a kid. As I poured myself a heaping bowl this morning, I thought I would throw together a collection of some interesting facts about … Continue reading →

1983 Shamrock Shake Commercial

Posted on March 17, 2009 by The Retroist

I missed this gem when I wrote my Shamrock Shakes and Shenanigans post. Great piece of early 80s advertising and St. Patty’s day fun. Note: Over the years I have eaten at many McDonalds restaurants in many countries (even Ireland) … Continue reading →