Quote by P. J. O'Rourke

My wife and I both come from Irish families. There are two kinds of Irish families: the hitting kind and the kidding kind. If you're fortunate - and both of us are - you come from the kidding kind of Irish family.

My wife and I both come from Irish families. There are two k

Summary

This quote suggests that within Irish families, there are two contrasting types: the "hitting kind" and the "kidding kind." The "hitting kind" may imply families that are prone to conflict or friction, while the "kidding kind" refers to families characterized by humor and light-heartedness. The speaker expresses gratitude for coming from the latter type, which suggests a harmonious and playful atmosphere within their Irish family background.

By P. J. O'Rourke

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