Welcome the 1st of June 2026

It is the month of June,

The month of leaves and roses,

When pleasant sights salute the eyes,

And pleasant scents the noses.

–N. P. Willis (1807-67)

As we welcome June - did you know:-
June used to be the fourth month in the year. Before Julius Caesar came to power, the calendar year only had 10 months. In 46 BC he created the Julian calendar by adding two more months to the year, which made June the sixth month.

June was called the “sera monath” (also known as dry month) by the Anglo-Saxons.

The month of June is believed to be named after Juno the Greek goddess.

The beautiful Rose and Honeysuckle are the birth flowers of June.

June has three birthstones – alexandrite, moonstone, and pearl. Alexandrite is said to represent longevity and health. Moonstones on the other hand are said to bring good luck and are associated with love and passion. Finally, we have pearls, the main birthstones of June. Above all else, pearls represent purity and faith.

If you were born in June, then you’re one of two star signs. If you were born on or before June 20th then you’re a Gemini. Gemini’s are said to be passionate, adaptable, and smart. If you’re born on or after the 21st of June, then you have the Cancer star sign. Those born under the Cancer sign are said to be loyal friends with great emotional depth.

The 5th of June is the World Environment Day, which raises awareness about our environment across the planet.

The 16th of June is Fresh veggies day, to raise awareness about the nutritional value of fresh vegetables and their role in maintaining good health.

June 21st, in the UK and many other countries, (in 2026) is Father’s Day - why not treat him to a slice of Victoria Sponge Sandwich ... it's a low carb recipe, see below

June 21st is also the summer solstice, which heralds the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s the day with the most hours of daylight, so enjoy! In the Southern Hemisphere, winter begins at this time.

June is the month of the year that consists of the most daylight hours in the Northern hemisphere. In contrast, it consists of the least daylight hours in the Southern hemisphere.

~ Now onto a recipe suggestion ~

Victoria Sponge Cake

Who can resist this easy, low carb, keto Victoria sponge cake.

It is made of two sponge cakes that sandwich

homemade whipped cream and sugar-free strawberry jam.

It is a classic, British dessert that is perfect for afternoon tea!

see more details here

~ Wishing you a happy June 2026 ~

You will find a variety of articles and recipes within this blog, and not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan