Not just words! Almost every Irish man or woman I've known has a kind of kindling flame in their belly. Even so with my two Irish sisters-in-law born here in the states: It may not be their DNA, but it certainly seems to be a part of the Catholic upbringing and cultural/historical values the Irish are imbued with. God bless 'em, God bless us all.
We must do as Our Lady asked. Keep the first 5 Saturdays, and pray your rosary daily. We are at WAR!