I grew St. Patrick in the past, we've moved a few times and it was always a favorite of mine here in So Cal. My husband is a huge fan so we plan on getting a new one soon. Maybe she just needs sometime to get established? Some roses are picky about where they are growing in your yard. Occasionally a change of location makes a world of difference. I'm unsure of your watering techniques but, sometimes how you water will effect blooms, especially in humidity it might be best to water only the base. Hopefully St Patrick will turn around for you, it really is a amazing rose-if it's behaving! Good Luck, Carlota

Nancy, we use to have Coomers here in Phoenix and I LOVED going there. I was shocked when they closed as they always did a good business it seemed. And now the local crafters don't have a place to have a permanent booth. Such a shame, and it was a fun place to shop or get ideas. hugs, Karen

Judith, he is not co-operating one bit, LOL. He just has perfected "the glare" and prefers lay there and use it. I personally suspect he secretly likes the attention of being including in decorating. LOL Jenn...what do you mean poor, poor cat. How about poor, poor owner of the Brat Cat. He discovered my little pot of real clover in the bay window and proceeded to snack on it till it looks very pathetic now. I have a feeling it won't last another day, unless he got bored. Prosp, don't apologize for not knowing much about St Patrick. You are teaching so much about your customs and country and hopefully learning things here about ours. I read this on the Internet.... "The St. Patrick's Day custom came to America in 1737. That was the first year St. Patrick's Day was publicly celebrated in this country, in Boston. Today, people celebrate the day with parades, wearing of the green, and drinking beer. One reason St. Patrick's Day might have become so popular is that it takes place just a few days before the first day of spring. One might say it has become the first green of spring." I think folks get fascinated with the magic of leprechauns, the luck of shamrocks, and the fun of this Irish celebration. hugs, Karen

Those are really cute. So you printed all of these on your computer, then cut them out and fold? I've not tried anything like that before so I'm curious. What a neat gift idea--or they would sure be cute on a table too, then could be taken home as favors. Luvs