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Quote by Jim Bishop

“God invented whiskey so the Irish wouldn’t rule the world.”

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Jim Bishop was an outstanding journalist known for his in-depth investigative reporting and unique narrative style. Born on November 21, 1907, and passing away on July 26, 1987, Bishop was highly respected for his commitment to the truth in journalism and his profound insights into social issues during his career. more

“Timeless There’s a place in the far west of Ireland. A place called Mayo -- a rain-soaked, misty county on the wild Atlantic. The name alone is of another time and conjures up mystery and myth. This is a place to disappear, to live unseen, where few questions are asked. You can lose yourself in Mayo.”

Celts Irish Humor Irish Culture

Book:Sumerian Vortex: Music From A Lost Civilization

Source: Sumerian Vortex: Music From A Lost Civilization

“That's you being shot at, is it?' 'Afraid so,' says Amy. 'Welcome to Dublin,' says the taxi driver, putting her foot hard to the floor and screeching away. As they take a bend at speed, one final shot smashes the back window. The driver looks at where her window used to be, and at Amy brushing glass from her jacket. 'I'll not ask if it's business or pleasure.”

Composure Irish Humor Aplomb

Book:We Solve Murders

Source: We Solve Murders

“Smart devices are killing the art of conversation.” - Tiernan-Óg, 2018 “Yes, we heard a woman on the television say that very thing the other night.” - The Matter-of-Fact Down-West People of Ireland”

Irish Humor

Author:DG

“Empathy is way over-rated. Do I really want my neighbor to have empathy for me -- can’t I just be allowed the common decency of privacy to deal with my own demons? “ -- Sumerian Vortex, 2020”