As for the shamrocks , this tradition appears to be tied to the lore that he used the shamrock as a symbol for the Father , the Son , and the Holy Spirit .
Although the holiday here in America has become more about green foods , leprechauns , pots of gold , and the wearing green to avoid pinching , it ’ s good to take a moment to reflect on the true life of the patron saint of Ireland and teach your kids about the man behind the myth .