Kiss Me I'm Irish... Sort of...

When Patrick brought Christianity to the pagan isle of Erin little did he know that his simple act of faith and devotion to his religion would bring about one of the most celebrated holidays aside from Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Easter.  Here in the United States St. Paddy’s Day has become synonymous with parades, warm beer, dancing, and lots of green.

As a kid I can remember how excited my mom would get about St. Paddy’s day.  She would lay out all green outfits for the kids and then precede to “leprechaun trick” the house.  Each year the little “leprechaun” would play all kinds of different tricks which, we loved discovering.  When I went away to college St. Paddy’s Day took on a whole new set of tricks but, the excitement and the green outfits remained the same.

I’ve decided to list some of my favorite “leprechaun tricks” to play on your family and friends this St. Paddy’s Day.

Magically Delicious Breakfast

Surprise your family or roommate by dying the milk green with a few drops of food coloring and a bowl of Lucky Charms.  This is a tasty surprise that everyone enjoys.

Artistic License

Grab a dry erase marker and run around the house drawing all over your family photos.  Be sure to blame that sneaky little leprechaun. 

Shoe Scavenger Hunt

In the middle of the night take your victims favorite shoes and hide them somewhere in the house.  When they wake up give them the clues and hints left behind by that “little leprechaun”.  When they find their shoes make sure they are filled with little treats and presents.  We suggest gold coin chocolates and Rolos.

After you have sorted out all of the tricks that “little leprechaun” played on your house treat everyone to a Shamrock Shake.

Got any suggestions for other “little leprechaun” tricks or traditions from your family?  Leave us some suggestions in the comments!