Expressions of Rain

A new stamp from Ireland includes phrases used to describe different types of rain. (Linns)

A new Irish stamp features expressions that describe rain. The stamp was issued Feb. 25. In announcing it, Ireland’s An Post said: “The new stamp titled ‘A Stamp for Ireland’ celebrates Irish Identity through a fun depiction of the Irish weather we all know and love!

Greetings from Ireland

Ireland, is an island in the North Atlantic. It is separated from Great Britain to its east by the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St George’s Channel. Ireland is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest on Earth. In 2011, the population of Ireland is just under 4.8 million.