What Are Irish Twins?
Years ago, when two children were born within 12 months of each other, people often referred to them as "Irish twins." And when three children were born to the same mother within three years, they were called "Irish triplets." But today these phrases are considered outdated and are less frequently used, particularly because their origins come from a derogatory stereotype of poor Irish Catholic families having lots of kids close together.
What Are Irish Twins?
Years ago, when two children were born within 12 months of each other, people often referred to them as "Irish twins." And when three children were born to the same mother within three years, they were called "Irish triplets." But today these phrases are considered outdated and are less frequently used, particularly because their origins come from a derogatory stereotype of poor Irish Catholic families having lots of kids close together.
One time an Irishman got so drunk, he kissed his wife's face and beat the Pope's foot with a coal shovel!
One time an Irishman got so drunk, he kissed his wife's face and beat the Pope's foot with a coal shovel!
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