Time to say goodbye to April as we welcome May.
As we say hello to the new month of May, yes the fifth month of the year, for those who live in the Northern hemisphere, we say goodbye to cooler days and look forward to warmer ones. With spring flowers blooming, birds chirping, many of us find life is starting to seem a little more joyful.
If you’re on the other side of the world, in the southern hemisphere, then it’s a time when summer is gone and the nights are getting colder and darker, warm soups and hearty casseroles may start appearing in menu plans.
But, no matter where in the world you are, I wish you a Happy May.
"May" is likely named after the Roman goddess Maia, who oversaw the growth of plants.
The birthstone for May is the emerald. Emeralds typically range from a deep-sea green to a lighter colour. Emeralds are symbols of fertility and rebirth.
May actually has two birth flowers – the Lily-of-the-Valley and the Hawthorn. The Hawthorn flower is a symbol of hope, while the Lily-of-the-Valley represents the return of happiness and sweetness.
May also has two Zodiac signs, Taurus and Gemini. People born under the sign of Taurus are said to be ambitious and smart, yet trustworthy. Those born under the sign of Gemini are said to be passionate, adaptable, and smart.
May’s full Moon, called the Flower Moon, appears on Friday, May 5, more details here
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Now onto a recipe suggestion!
The British asparagus season officially runs from the 23rd April to the 21st June,
so make the most of it while you can. With that in mind the recipe here is for ...
Asparagus and Spinach Soup topped with chive crème fraîche
Everyone loves soup, and this Asparagus and spinach soup topped with chive crème fraîche is a gorgeous soup with a fantastic colour and very good for you! It’s also great to make in advance ...
see more details here
~ Wishing you a happy May 2023 ~
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All the best Jan
22 comments:
...where does the time go?
That soup looks very springy being so green. I bet it’s delicious. I miss the first of May in the US because in France they celebrate it with lily of the valleys. You can buy bouquets in the streets and people wear a sprig on their clothes. Also for decades people used to send First of May good wishes cards, for happiness all year. I have many vintage cards like this. Now with the internet I don’t know if people in France still send cards, but they do keep the lily of the valley tradition though. My father and grandfather always brought some lily of the valley to the ladies for May 1st.
I can't believe it's already May. It's fun to read about the new month. I hope yours start off in such a great way. hugs-Erika
May already! One gr-daughter will be 17 on May 3, and one gr-son will be 5 on May 2. Not too busy.
Te deseo un genial mes. Te mando un beso.
Happy May Jan! -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
Oh yes. It's May now! I love this recipe. Thank you.
Nearly halfway through the year.
I'm a May person, birthday.
Wedding Anniversary today actually, Number 58.
A very happy May to you and yours.
Happy May, time is flying so fast.
The soup looks delicious.
Take care, have a great week.
Happy 1st day of May!
hugs
Donna
Feliz mes de mayo.
I always love your monthly trivia and I learned something new about May, too!
May is starting out pretty in our parts, wishing you a beautiful spring Month!!
I have never had asparagus.
Happy May Day to you.
May is a special month, it is our son's birthday month. And our wedding anniversary month.
Carla
That's a great soup, as I love both asparagus and spinach. Asparagus in Central Italy is known throughout the world for its early presence on the market in late January. Italian asparagus are mainly shipped to UAE.
https://www.copacanino.it/en/green-asparagus/
Have a nice week :-)
May is my birthday month, not till the end of it though.
Thank you for the May facts and the soup looks delicious!
Have a Happy & Healthy May!
Happy May! This is one of my favourite months of the year. I hope it's a good one for all of us.
I always enjoy your first of the month posts! And I always learn something new!
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