When Christmas Is Over, and a New Year Begins
- Jacqui Baker
- Jan 1
- 2 min read
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 people find themselves thinking not about resolutions — but about how they’d like the year ahead to feel.
At Emerald Elite, this period has always been meaningful. This year, more than ever.
A season of connection — and clarity
Over the Christmas season, we heard from an extraordinary number of people — Irish Americans across the USA, and singles of all ages from every corner of Ireland.
Different lives. Different locations. The same sentiment.
People told us they were ready for something more grounded and genuine. Tired of modern dating that feels rushed or impersonal. Ready to meet someone who understands their values, their humour, and the importance of connection and family.
For Irish Americans, that often means a desire to reconnect with the warmth and familiarity of Irish culture. For singles at home in Ireland, it’s about moving away from endless swiping and towards something more intentional.
Commencing matchmaking ahead of our 2026 schedule
Because of the level and quality of interest we received over the festive period, we made a considered decision: to commence matchmaking ahead of our planned 2026 schedule.
This isn’t something we do lightly.
At Emerald Elite, we are deliberate about how we grow. We work with people when we believe there is genuine compatibility within our existing network — and when we can offer real opportunity, not just possibility.
Beginning our 2026 matchmaking early allows us to:
Respond thoughtfully to the demand we’ve seen
Maintain the quality and integrity of our introductions
Ensure that every new member joins a community where real potential already exists
Our Irish–American and Ireland-based connections continue to thrive, and protecting that balance remains at the heart of everything we do.
As the new year begins
If this New Year’s Day has you thinking about how you’d like the year ahead to unfold, you’re not alone.
And if you’re ready to approach dating in a more considered, human way — one built on values, lifestyle compatibility, and genuine connection — we’re here.
There’s no pressure. Just a conversation, and an opportunity to see whether Emerald Elite or The Emerald Club is the right fit for you in 2026.
Warmly,Jacqui & Yvette
Emerald Elite International Dating
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