For Callum

Go raibh do ghloine lán go deo.
Go raibh láidir go breá
an dion thar do cheann.
Go raibh tú í Neamh,
leathúair os comhair
a bhfuil a fhíos ag an diabhal
atá tú bás.

(May your glass be ever full.
May the roof over your head.
be always strong.
May you be in heaven
a half hour before
the devil knows you’re dead.)

Write on, my colonial cousin
and always display your devestating wit
As images of you throwing your head back with laughter
bring a much needed smile to my face

Carry on, my sweet little "reprobate"
and bask in the knowledge and understanding
that your little redneck loves you....

You're an amazing friend.