Today, the day before St. Patrick's day, I buried the man I love most. Tomorrow, on what used to be a fun green holiday, I spend flying back to my very empty house. Wednesday I go to court to watch my husband's killer plead "not guilty." I go to show him what pain he has caused with his thoughtless actions.
My husband was killed by a drunk driver. As someone who has always been proud of their Irish heritage (I am only 3rd generation) I feel the need to address this holiday that we celebrate with lots of green and alcohol.
Do NOT drink and drive.
I repeat.
DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE.
There is no reason. There is no excuse. Many services are a