I was asked to write an article for the village magazine, the Parish Link. I will post them here.
Michaelmas, or the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels, is celebrated on 29th September each year. Since it occurs near the equinox, the day is linked with the start of autumn and the shortening of days; in England, it is one of the “quarter days,” when servants were hired, rents were due, or leases … Continue reading Celebrating Michaelmas: Traditions and Asters.
I have been writing gardening articles for our village magazine, The Parish Link, since February this year. I have now decided to publish them here following their appearance in the magazine. This will serve as a record for me. Some parts of the articles may have been covered here before; I apologise for any repetition … Continue reading From the Garden Bench. Articles for the Parish Link.
