It's almost spring! Winter has done its best this last week to linger, and may try again, but the spring sunshine is out again today. I think May Day should really become an official holiday. We could all wear white, and bask in the beautiful warmth of the sun (or dance in the rain). It would have to be a day spent outside, with a beautiful table set up on the deck, or a picnic somewhere. Mother's Day had probably replaced May Day, but it would be wonderful to celebrate both.
How charming this illustration by Kate Greenaway is.
Of course, we wouldn't have flowers blooming outside yet, but we could improvise.
Maybe forced blooms, or even pussy willows.
Maybe people still celebrate May Day in some places. I can remember making May Day baskets in elementary school, but I don't think that happens anymore. Ours were made of colored strips or crepe paper. You were supposed to surprise people with them, hanging them on doorknobs or leaving them on the steps. Maybe I will make a May Day basket or two just for myself this year.
How charming this illustration by Kate Greenaway is.
Of course, we wouldn't have flowers blooming outside yet, but we could improvise.
Maybe forced blooms, or even pussy willows.
Maybe people still celebrate May Day in some places. I can remember making May Day baskets in elementary school, but I don't think that happens anymore. Ours were made of colored strips or crepe paper. You were supposed to surprise people with them, hanging them on doorknobs or leaving them on the steps. Maybe I will make a May Day basket or two just for myself this year.
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