Today is La Fete du Muguet or May Day in France
It is the day that we wish our friends and family much happiness by presenting them with bouquets of Lily of the Valley!
So Sweet!!
Today is also a French National Holiday - Labor Day.
Wishing everyone much happiness
on this wonderful day!!
*Google Image - Amis du Jardinier
How very nice, Jennifer! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteMy earliest May Day memories are of being driven around my neighborhood by my mother (and/or father?) and leaving little handmade basket-pockets of flowers on the front door knobs of my best friends... I bet no one does that any more!!!!!
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Such a fun memory!! My aunt in NY also remembers delivering handmade baskets too. It's sad that this tradition has gone by the wayside in the States - Such a sweet gesture! What I loved about today in France is that the little bouquets are 1-3 euros each & so easy to purchase at every street corner! I love the smell of the Muguets! Thanks for comment - Come back and visit anytime!
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ReplyDeleteI have a quick question about your blog. Could you email me when you have a chance? Thank you!
I can't find your email through the links in your comment - feel free to email me at americanmominbordeaux@gmail.com
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