St Patrick's Day Curse?

Can everyone be Irish on St. Patrick's Day? I say, Hellll Yesss!!! However, it's a bullshit holiday with only one agenda, sell booze and green plastic. For years I have relied on the "IRA Carbomb" to deliver the goods. I have perfected Irish stew, and Sheppards Pie, yet this year I may be in jeoperdy of missing the festivities. One, I am a Dad with a preganant wife, and a 1 year old. Two, I am traveling to D.C. to woo a client. Hmm, what to do. Should I hammer down with a client, will they care to? Should I let this year go? Should I ramp up for next year? Man o Man, I never thought the day would come where St P's day would be inconvenient.

Fuck! and Thanks!