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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Luck of the Irish in Silicon Valley!

St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. It attracts celebrants from all ethnic backgrounds, and is observed in countries you may not expect, such as New Zealand, South Korea and Japan.

The universal appeal of St. Patrick’s Day may be in the spirit of perseverance and luck that have connotations with the holiday. In fact, the phrase “Luck of the Irish” may have originated during the California gold rush, when many Irish immigrants pursued their fortunes in the gold and silver mines of the West.

The Irish-American heritage in the San Francisco Bay Area is represented in one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in North America, held annually since 1852. Like St. Patrick’s Day itself, the parade evokes a spirit of inclusiveness, drawing participants of all demographics and ethnicity.

This year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade in San Francisco is expected to include 5,000 participants from all over the United States. The parade is Saturday, March 12, and will begin at 11:30 a.m., stepping off from the corner of Second and Market Street, ending at City Hall.

Irish-themed festivities continue throughout the day at the St. Patrick’s Day Festival at the Civic Center Plaza. This family-friendly event features live entertainment, arts and crafts, rides, cultural displays, and plenty of food and beverages.

Whether you’re Irish or not, anyone can enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Just as anyone can enjoy having the luck of the Irish! After all, a large part of “luck” is being in the right place at the right time – and the right place, is wherever opportunity dwells.

That would put the Silicon Valley Area amongst the luckiest places to be found! The opportunities for employment, business start-up, and venture capital are unrivaled. The opportunities for Silicon Valley real estate are excellent as well!

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Silicon Valley, you’ve come to the right place. Contact me to work with the right Realtor – someone who will listen to your needs and put all their experience to work for you. By being prepared and informed, you’ll be ready to make your own luck in Silicon Valley!

Shannon Rose
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