Introduction
What is this website, the Appalachian Irishman?
The masthead states, “This public journal and commentary by M. Fearghail started on 3/6/2006. As a Christian, I affirm the biblical worldview and the good in Appalachian-Irish heritage. Articles are archived chronologically by topic and by year and month. Have a cup of coffee and read for a while! My website is free—always. You're welcome to subscribe, contact me, and comment. My wife and I reside in northeast Tennessee. Under 'Authors,' our names include biographical introductions.”
That, however, is one man's opinion. Of course, that one man is me. On yet another hot and sunny summer day, I decided to ask one of those artificial intelligence (AI) platforms what my website is. By the way, I have heard about only three of the eight AI platforms shown in the above image. As a final aside, the conclusion will explain what the acronym AI actually means!
What Is AppalachianIrishman.com?
I know what my website is and its purpose. This website's purpose has expanded over the years. As an enduring legacy, I hope that this platform keeps my written thoughts alive long after I have gone heavenward. Perhaps a younger generational member of the Fearghail clan will maintain and even add to what I have started.
The Answer from Microsoft Copilot
Not wanting or needing to do anything in the hot and humid heat today, I decided instead to ask Microsoft Copilot, “What is AppalachianIrishman.com?”
The following is the answer that the artificial intelligence robot provided:
AppalachianIrishman.com
Overview
AppalachianIrishman.com is a public journal and commentary site created and maintained by M. Fearghail. Launched on March 6, 2006, it offers commentary rooted in a Christian, biblical worldview and celebrates the author’s Appalachian-Irish heritage. The site is maintained from northeast Tennessee by M. Fearghail and his wife.
Content and Features
Chronological archives of articles dating back to 2006, organized by topic, year, and month.
Core themes include Appalachian culture, faith, family, freedom, heritage, hiking, history, humor, mission work, politics, religion, and theology.
Free to read and always ad-free, with options to subscribe, comment, or contact the author.
Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
An associated YouTube channel hosts “Appalachian Irishman” podcasts, launched in May 2022.
Community & Miscellany
The blog frequently weaves personal narratives—family events, local hikes, cultural reflections—with broader reflections on current events and worldview.
Readers are invited to interact through comments, email, and social sharing.
A mirror of the blog exists on Blogspot for easier access and mobile-friendly viewing.
Whether you’re passionate about Appalachian life, exploring faith-based commentary, or simply enjoying down-home storytelling, AppalachianIrishman.com offers a rich trove of articles and podcasts from the foothills of Tennessee.
www.appalachianirishman.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@Appalachian-Irishman-Podcasts/
https://sur.ly/i/appalachianirishman.blogspot.com/
Review of Microsoft Copilot's Answer
I do believe that Copilot, the complex source code created by intelligent humans, answered the question very well and explained my website accurately. I especially like the final sentence above. That's why I emboldened it.
Thanks, Copilot, for saying that my website “… offers a rich trove of articles and podcasts from the foothills of Tennessee.” I couldn't have said it better myself.
Of course, I wouldn't brag on myself in that manner. As my mother used to say, “Self-braggers are half scoundrels.” Have you ever heard that saying?
Conclusion
This 122nd entry in the Humor topic section is winding down. Now, just what does the acronym AI actually mean? Online, I searched Acronym Finder: AI to find 164 meanings that range from “Artificial Intelligence” to “Associated Investigator.”
Appalachian Irishman (AI) was not included in the list. It should be! The acronym AI can also mean Appalachian Irishman!
Going forward, dear reader, when you hear someone talking about AI, you may think about this website instead of artificial intelligence. If someone asks, “What does AI mean?” You may reply, “Appalachian Irishman.” That's what I do.
This website, however, is powered by real, human intellect, a gift and blessing from God, to whom I am everlastingly thankful!
That's all for now. I think that I will go outside into the low 90s degree Fahrenheit heat to see what Molly, our ten-year-old puppy, is doing. Perhaps I can roust her from her basement “condominium.”
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