Health, love and happiness are recorded using Ogham writing in this lovely piece of framed wall art from Ireland.
Ogham is an ancient form of writing found on standing stones in Ireland, especially in the south west in Counties Kerry and Cork.
For the tenth day of our Twelve Days of Christmas Irish Gifts Giveaways, we have a gorgeous framed parchment and ink handmade art piece featuring Ogham symbols.
Once again I am teaming up with Aidan from Gifts of Ireland to bring you another Irish gift this Christmas.
And so, without further ado, let me show you our tenth lovely prize.
(A quick tip from Mom - Take a look at the video at the top or side of this post to see the prize in more detail.)
Day 10 Prize: Health, Love and Happiness Framed Ogham Wishes Wall Art
This gorgeaous parchment and ink art piece is framed and ready for hanging and is a wonderful way to share your pride in your Irish heritage.
Let's take a quick look at the words recorded on this art piece.
Sláinte is the Irish word for health and is pronounced 'slaw-in-cha'
When Irish people are toasting each other and having a little drink, they lift their glasses and say 'Sláinte.' They are toasting to each other's health.
Grá is the Irish word for love and is pronounced 'graw'.
Such a small little word, but it carries deep meaning, and loving sentiments.
Sonas is the Irish word for happiness, and is pronounced 'sun-as.'
Sonas is a powerful little word. It means happiness in Irish, but it depicts a deep sense of contentment. This little Irish word conveys happiness, prosperity and faith in your own good fortune.
There are many different word combinations available in these wonderful art pieces from Ogham wishes.
Ogham, which is pronounced 'ohm' is a form of writing that was often etched in stone or wood in Ireland and the British Isles. It dates back to the 4th century.
It consists of a long straight line with strokes marked across it. The angle, length and number of strokes determine the word or letter being written.
It is in fact a translatable cipher from our Celtic ancestors. The key is to know that it is read from the bottom up rather than from the top down.
These beautiful art pieces are the inspiration of Ethel Kelly, who created the Ogham Wish brand more than twenty years ago. She is based in County Roscommon where she creates beautiful artistic art work showcasing the ancient Ogham language.

Check Out Our Video Prize Reveal
At the top of this post I've shared a short video featuring this lovely prize.
I met with Aidan from Gifts of Ireland in Dublin, and we shot an information video together highlighting each prize for our giveaway series.
Why not check it out, and get to know us a little better, as we share the history of Ogham.
Plus I share another Irish Christmas blessing at the end of the video. We have a blessing for each day of our giveaways.
Today's blessing goes like this.

How To Purchase Gifts From Gifts of Ireland
Aidan stocks a wide selection of gifts from the Ogham Wishes.
You can purchase this lovely Ogham Art Piece through this link...
I hope you find something you love in this wonderful collection of Irish art.
How To Enter Our Giveaway
One reader will win a framed piece of Ogham word art from Ogham Wishes, featuring the Irish words "Sláinte, Grá, Sonas."
To enter simply leave a comment on this blog post by noon Eastern Time on Saturday, December 11th, 2021.
You can write any comment. If you need inspiration why not let us know if you have ever seen an Ogham stone?
If you live in Canada or Ireland, then please answer the following question in your comment by typing A, B or C for the correct answer ...
Which is a form of old Irish writing?
A. Hieroglyphs
B. Ogham
C. Sanskrit
A winning comment will be chosen randomly using the Pick Giveaway Winner Wordpress plug-in.
Remember to leave your e-mail so that I can contact you should you win. Your e-mail won’t be published, just used to contact our winner for mailing of the prize.
The winner will be announced on Saturday, December 11th, 2021, at the bottom of this blog post.
You may check out Irish American Mom’s complete terms and conditions for sweepstakes’ entries here.
A big thank you to all who support this giveaway and share it with family and friends. Why not spread a little Irish Christmas cheer with those you love this year?
Any many thanks to the good folks at Gifts of Ireland for so generously sponsoring this prize, and all the prizes in our 12 Days of Christmas Irish Gift Giveaways.
Don't forget to stop by tomorrow for Day 11 of our Irish Giveaways.
- May The Road Rise To Meet You Irish Blessing Plate Day Twelve Gift
- Irish Tweed Cap Day Eleven Prize
- Health, Love and Happiness Ogham Wishes Day Ten Gift
- Love, Loyalty and Friendship Irish Wall Art Day 9 Gift
- Celtic Pocket Watch By Mullingar Pewter Day 8 Gift
- Erin Knitwear Hat For Her Day Seven Gift
- Celtic Cross Silver Pendant Day Six Gift
- Donegal Tweed Scarf Day Five Christmas Gift
- Ireland Photo Frame Day Four Christmas Giveaway Prize
- Quiet Man Cottage - Day Three Prize For Christmas
- Day Two Of Our Twelve Days of Christmas Giveaways
- Day One Of Our Twelve Days Of Christmas Giveaways
Update - Winner Chosen
Our winner has been randomly chosen using the Pick Giveaway Winner Plug-in for WordPress.
And the lucky reader is ….
Susan
I’ll send an email to arrange mailing of her prize. A big thank you to everyone for supporting this giveaway by leaving comments. I thoroughly enjoyed reading each and every comment.
Thank you all for supporting our Irish American community.
Stay tuned for more stories and giveaways over the coming weeks and months.
Thanks for following my recipes and ramblings.

Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Mairéad -Irish American Mom
Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th
Mairéad - rhymes with parade
Disclosure: Irish American Mom LLC has an affiliate relationship with Gifts of Ireland which means I earn a small commission should you purchase an item through the links on my blog. The price you pay is not affected. Thank you for supporting this Irish business.
Lisa K Lalik
Health, love and happiness recorded using Ogham writing in such a wonderful frame makes an excellent gift! To share the meaning of language with the historical significance is indeed a beautiful way to encourage my family to understand and embrace their Irish roots. Thank you once more for this opportunity.
Irish American Mom
Hi Lisa - Displaying Irish artwork with such deep cultural significance is a great way to show pride in your Irish heritage. I really appreciate the support of readers like you who appreciate the prizes and giveaways I love to share here on my blog.
All the best,
Mairéad
Mary Ann
This is gorgeous! Thank you so much!☘️☘️
Katlyn Killian
This one really speaks to my soul!
Irish American Mom
Hi Katlyn - These art pieces definitely speak to our Irish souls. So glad you like this prize. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
Irish American Mom
HI Mary Ann - So glad you like this prize. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
Horst King
Níl mé i ndiaidh a bheidh ag léamh na ríomhphoist, ach tá suim agam anois. Beidhh mé ag tabhairt aird do níos mó rudaí agus scéalta i nGaeilge as Irish American Mom. Tá mé i Meiriceá, ach is aoibinn liom ár dteanga féin.
Irish American Mom
Dia dhuit, a Horst - Go raibh míle maith agat. Is iontach an suim atá agat sa Ghaeilge. Tá fáilte romhat chuig mo choirnéal beag ar an idirlíon. Tá i bhfad níos mó oidis agus scéalta agam le roinnt sna míonna agus sna blianta amach romhainn.
Slán agus beannacht,
Mairéad
Erin Taylor
I’m going to make my first Plum Pudding this week. I know it’s a bit late, but I just came up with this idea! I’m going to be using your steaming idea in the crock pot.
Irish American Mom
Hi Erin - You still have plenty time to get your Christmas puddings cooked. Two weeks maturing time should be alright. I hope you find my crockpot steaming tutorial helpful.
All the best,
Mairéad
Miriam
Mairéad. I have used the crock pot steaming method a few times and it works beautifully. Great suggestion.
Irish American Mom
Hi Miriam - That's fantastic to hear.
All the best,
Mairéad
Linda
What a beautiful way to display Irish heritage! This BEAUTIFUL picture will be a conversation piece with so much meaning! How special. Love it!
Irish American Mom
Hi Linda - So glad you like this lovely piece of wall art. It truly is a conversation starter and a way to showcase our Irish heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
Miriam Salvemini
This a simple beautiful piece of Irish artwork. I love it and thank you for featuring it and offering your followers a chance to own it. Merry Christmas Mairéad.
Irish American Mom
Hi Miriam - Thanks for reading my ramblings, and supporting our raffles.
All the best,
Mairéad
Susan
Wow, I am currently reading a paranormal series where Ogham has been featured several times! I love coincidences like that! And the imagery invoked by those three words health love and happiness is of childhood Christmases and my mom, who we lost to Covid the day after Christmas last year. This beautiful piece would make a lovely memory for my family!
Irish American Mom
Hi Susan - What a coincidence that you are reading a book featuring Ogham and then our little giveaway is highlighting this aspect of Irish culture. So sorry to hear you lost your Mom last year. These are unprecendented times. This piece of wall art would be a perfect piece for your home, to help remind you of your mom.
All the best,
Mairéad
Mary Ann
Just gorgeous! Thank you!☘️☘️
Irish American Mom
Hi Mary Ann - Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Donna Bardocz
Who wouldn't love to win a framed piece of Ogham word art from Ogham Wishes, featuring the Irish words "Sláinte, Grá, Sonas." It is so unique and very lovely.
Irish American Mom
Hi Donna - These pieces are a wonderful way to celebrate our Irish heritage through art. So glad you like this prize.
All the best,
Mairéad
Geraldine McGovern
I bought Ogham necklaces for my daughter's with their names inscribed on them, when they were little. This would be nice to have.
Irish American Mom
Hi Geraldine - What lovely jewelery pieces to give your daughters. This little framed art piece would be a perfect addition to your family's Ogham collection. Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Susan Rasmussen
I have not seen an Ogham Stone, love the history and simple beauty of these!
Irish American Mom
Hi Susan - In the southwest many of the standing stones are notched with ogham symbols. I love how these piece of artwork celebrate that piece of our heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
Mary Shelley
Oh what a beautiful and unique piece .
Irish American Mom
Hi Mary - This is a lovely piece of art and tribute to our Irish heritage.
Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Marie
This is a beautiful piece of art. Such a wonderful momento of Ireland.
Irish American Mom
Hi Marie - So glad you like this lovely Ogham art piece. And thank you for stopping by to celebrate your Irish heritage here in this little corner of the internet.
All the best,
Mairéad
Sheila Kearney
Another beautiful piece of wall art! I bought a similar one of these that was for “friendship” when I was in Ireland as a gift to take home for a friend. I did get to see Ogham stones when I was in Ireland at the Adaire Castle. It was magical.
Irish American Mom
Hi Sheila - What a lovely gift to buy for a friend in Ireland. These Ogham Wish pieces of art are so wonderful, and I love how they keep our heritage and connection to the past alive. Thank you for stopping by to support our giveaways. I really appreciate all the readers of Irish American Mom, who love Ireland like I do.
All the best,
Mairéad
Sean
I love Ogham writing, this is a lovely piece!
Irish American Mom
Hi Sean - I love the parchment paper used for these ink drawings. So glad you like this prize. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
Kelly D
I have never seen an Ogham stone, but I would like to.
Irish American Mom
Hi Kelly - If you ever make it to Ireland for a visit, I hope you will get a chance to see one. They're a link to our past.
Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Lorraine Bunker
Beautiful piece of art.
Irish American Mom
Hi Lorraine - So glad you like it. Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
PATRICIA TUOHY
I am so happy that I stumbled upon your site, I was looking for an authentic potato soup to make for my family but up until now nothing reminded me of my Grandmother's soup, so thank you.
Irish American Mom
Hi Patricia - I'm delighted you found my potato soup recipe. It's simple, but delicious, like most Irish cooking. So glad you've found our little corner of the internet. Do stop by again to check out my recipes and ramblings.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Johannah
Love this! Would be nice to hang in our house!
Irish American Mom
Hi Johannah - This is a lovely piece of Irish heritage to hang on the wall of your home. So glad you like it. Thanks so much for following my recipes and ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
Barbara Q
The first Christmas gift my husband ever gave me was a silver pendant with my name in Ogham.
Irish American Mom
Hi Barbara - What a wonderful and culturally significant gift to receive from your husband. Thanks for stopping by to check out this giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
Stephanie Ryall Pineda
wow such an amazing piece of artwork. I would love that in my house.
Irish American Mom
Hi Stephanie - So glad you like this prize. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
MJ
So pretty. I got my mom one for Mother's Day last year and she just adores it!
Irish American Mom
HI MJ - What a perfect Mother's Day gift. So glad you like these art pieces. Thank you for taking the time to support our giveaways.
All the best,
Mairéad
Kathy Madden
This is the very first time I have ever heard of Ogham writing. My father’s Irish roots are deep and strong and I heard all of the stories that were passed down through the generations which have always intrigued me.
B. Ogham
Irish American Mom
Hi Kathy - It's great to be able to introduce something new from Irish culture to you. Ogham writing is found on standing stones, especially in the south west of the country. It's intriguing how our Celtic ancestors were more advanced in their thinking than we might at first believe possible.
All the best,
Mairéad
Peggy D
Another beautiful gift. I really love this one. Thank you for sharing.
Irish American Mom
Hi Peggy - I love the parchment used for these ink drawings. They're so creative. Thanks for stopping by to join in this giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
Deborah
I wish all of these to you and to your readers….
Irish American Mom
Hi Deborah - Thanks so much. May all the readers of Irish American Mom be blessed with health, love and happiness.
Blessings to you this Christmas.
Mairéad
Margaret Marie
B is for Ogham Wording/Lettering
I love learning new languages and wish I had access to this language years ago!
A lovely piece to have as a keepsake.....
Irish American Mom
Hi Margaret Marie (my namesake in Canada) - So glad you like this piece and the little piece of history I shared about Ogham writing and Ogham stones in Ireland. Thanks for being such a loyal reader.
All the best,
Mairéad
Paula
Thank you so much for this beautiful giveaway! A very unique work of art that would be so special to have in my home.
Makes me feel connected to my Irish ancestors!
Irish American Mom
Hi Paula - These art pieces really resonate with our Irish souls. There is something mystical about the ink and parchment design.
All the best,
Mairéad
Tizz Crowley
I love the words select. Health-Love-Happiness are always the words I include in any birthday wishes. It's a great gift.
Irish American Mom
Hi Tizz - How wonderful is it that you include these very words in your birthday wishes. They are beautiful and so important for a contented life. So glad you like this gift. Wishing you good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
Donna
Mairéad, this piece of art is such a beautiful way to display Irish heritage. I am going to have to save these phrases with their pronunciations. Words that I have seen before but had no idea how to pronounce. Have a joyous holiday season.
Irish American Mom
Hi Donna - So glad my blog could help you learn how to pronounce these Irish words. Thanks for being such a loyal reader of my blog.
All the best,
Mairéad
Patricia Waellner
Love this!!!!
Irish American Mom
Hi Patricia - So glad you like this prize. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
B
Hi Mairéad,
This is absolutely beautiful. It would be lovely to display in anyone's home - what a conversation piece!
B. Ogham
Irish American Mom
Hi B - Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Kim Marazita
Love this!
Irish American Mom
Hi Kim - Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Joan Gallagher
This is so beautiful. As a calligrapher I just love this.
Irish American Mom
Hi Joan - So glad you appreciate this piece of art work. I'm sure this ancinet form of Irish writing appeals to you as a calligrapher. What a great skill to have. Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Karen
Wonderful giveaway gift this is! You are so good to share these with us, thanks so much!
Irish American Mom
Hi Karen - So glad you like this lovely piece of Irish art. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
Betty Magennis
The answer is B - Ogham
You have the most amazing giveaway gifts.
Another great piece of Irish history.
Irish American Mom
Hi Betty - Thanks for your kind words about my blog and for stopping by to support our giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
Glenda O’Neill
Amazing keeping this ancient language alive! Educational as well as being a lovely decorative piece.
Irish American Mom
Hi Glenday - Thank you for taking the time to support our giveaways.
All the best,
Mairéad
Lynn
Languages are fascinating! If I ever had 3 wishes, they would be to be able to speak/comprehend, read, and write in any language that ever has existed or ever will exist. I've taken Italian classes (with my father--those are sweet memories) but I'm not fluent, and can communicate in American Sign Language, but would love to learn more. Life is too short to learn all that I would love to learn, but it is fun learning a bit about many of them anyway.
Irish American Mom
Hi Lynn - What a great big wish to have. As you say it might be a little aspirational but you can keep taking steps to increasing your knowledge of different languages. How we communicate is fascinating.
All the best,
Mairéad
Anita Carol Gambrell
That’s the main three! 💜
Irish American Mom
Hi Anita - They're so important in life. Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Catherine
Such a great piece! It really gives you pause to consider your Irish roots!
Irish American Mom
Hi Catherine - There is something magical about those Ogham symbols that attracts the Irish eye. I love these works of art.
All the best,
Mairéad
Maurice
Very nice - lovely.
Irish American Mom
Hi Maurice - Thanks for reading my ramblings, and supporting our raffles.
All the best,
Mairéad
Angela Dougherty-Way
Thank you! Yes, enjoyed the video and this insight. Learning so much history along with the language this is the best sight to learn Celtic!
Irish American Mom
Hi Angela - Thanks for your kind words about my blog and for stopping by to support our giveaway. So glad you find the information I share to be valuable and informative.
All the best,
Mairéad
John McKenney
I love this piece. I think my daughter would too.
Irish American Mom
Hi John - This piece is really special, especially for anyone with Irish heritage. I think it is fantastic how artists are now preserving and handing on our culture and heritage through their work.
All the best,
Mairéad
Donna
Funny you should post regarding the Ogham Stone! Was just reading an article yesterday stating a man claimed to have found ancient Celtic writings in a cave here in America. That sparked quite the debate among archeological scholars as to the validity of his claim. It certainly is interesting, and looks to be Celtic, which would mean they traveled much further than what we’ve been taught.
Irish American Mom
Hi Donna - I had not heard about that finding. Thanks so much for sharing that little piece of information and potential new Celtic history. Irish legend claims that Saint Brendan made it all the way to America sometime between 512 and 530 AD. We could now have evidence that this legend may not be such a myth after all.
All the best,
Mairéad
Marilyn
This is a nice way to learn some Gaelic.
Marilyn
Irish American Mom
Hi Marilyn - So glad you like learning some new Irish words and that the phonetic pronunciation is helpful. Thanks for supporting our raffles.
All the best,
Mairéad
Joan
These words have so much meaning.
Joan
Irish American Mom
Hi Joan - Thanks for stopping by to check out this giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
Marion
Love the words and meaning of them.
Marion
Irish American Mom
Hi Marion - These words are key to life. Thank you for stopping by to celebrate your Irish heritage here in this little corner of the internet.
All the best,
Mairéad
Cat McCormick
Ogham text is so beautiful
Irish American Mom
Hi Cat - There's something magical about it. Thanks for reading my ramblings, and supporting our raffles.
All the best,
Mairéad
Tawnya
Im so thankful for your blog. I love the recipes and all the history you impart to us. I never really got to know my Irish side of the family. You bring it a little closer to home. The items you have picked out are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing a little bit with us.
Irish American Mom
Hi Tawnya - Welcome to our little corner of the internet where we celebrate all things Irish and Irish American. So glad to hear my recipes and ramblings help you feel connected to your heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
Colleen
So Beautiful. Answer is B.
Irish American Mom
Hi Colleen - Thanks so much for following my recipes and ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
Tracy
Thank you for sharing all of these gifts. Take care and have a very Merry Christmas.
Irish American Mom
Hi Tracy - So glad you like all these gifts we've brought to readers from Ireland. I hope you too have a lovely holiday season.
All the best,
Mairéad
Maureen Koebel
I love this unique piece of art. If I ever make another trip over to Ireland, I would love to come across such a stone!
Irish American Mom
Hi Maureen - I hope you make it to Ireland someday and get to see one of these amazing stones. Best of luck in our giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Rebecca Mills
How interesting to learn more about this ancient writing! This is a beautiful piece of art.
Irish American Mom
Hi Rebecca - I'm so glad you enjoy my ramblings and little Irish history lessons, which I truly love to share.
All the best,
Mairéad
Ginger
The answer is B-ogham.
I’ve considered buying ogham art many times but haven’t. To own this would be lovely.
Irish American Mom
Hi Ginger - Lovely to hear that Ogham art pieces have caught your eye before. I think there is something magical about it that attracts our Celtic eyes.
All the best,
Mairéad
Stephanie Harris Fink
What an amazing prize! I love the simpleness of the black & white and the depth of the words. So lovely. This would look great hanging in my house as I use a lot of black/white decor 🙂
Irish American Mom
Hi Stephanie - Great to hear that this piece of Irish art would match your home decor. I love how meaningful this piece is for anyone with Irish heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
Cathleen
Thank you for the giveaway.
Irish American Mom
Hi Cathleen - Thanks for being such a loyal reader.
All the best,
Mairéad