Well now — January has been a long one. After the rush of Christmas and New Year, it always seems to drag itself out, and by the end of it most people are fairly worn out by the whole thing. Not miserable exactly — just ready for it to be over. It does feel, though, like people are starting to shake themselves down at last. There’s a bit more steadiness about them. A bit more headspace. And a sense that 2026 is finally beginning to take shape, rather than just being something

There’s something about the end of Christmas that lingers. The run-up is busy — gatherings, conversations, familiar questions that land a little heavier this time of year. Whether you’re living in Ireland or part of the Irish community in the USA, Christmas has a way of stirring reflection. And then Christmas passes. The days between Christmas and New Year often bring a different kind of quiet. The pace slows. Social plans pause. And with the arrival of New Year’s Day , many

We’ve been a bit quiet on here lately, and we wanted to share why. Yvette and I have spent the last few months living out of suitcases, traveling across the States and back home again through Ireland. When you spend that much time sitting across the table from people, listening to what they’re really looking for, you start to see a common thread. We met so many people in America who have everything going for them—success, great friends, a busy life—but they feel a bit disconn

It’s hard to believe it’s only been one week since we officially launched Emerald Elite on St. Patrick’s Day—but truth be told, it’s been so full-on (in the best way) that this is our first real chance to pause and take it all in. Since opening our doors, we’ve been swept off our feet by the response. From thoughtful messages to profile applications and exciting first matches, the energy has been nothing short of electric. It’s clear that Ireland was ready for a more intentio

It’s been just over four months since we launched Emerald Elite on St. Patrick’s Day—and while we may have been quiet online, it’s been for a very good reason. We’ve been working behind the scenes, county by county, to grow a dating network that truly reflects the heart of Ireland—diverse in age, lifestyle, and location. From Cork to Donegal, Galway to Belfast, we’ve focused on building a solid foundation, not chasing attention. Our goal from day one has been to ensure that w