Flowers of the Season
Remember, Remember
English Folk Verse (c.1870) - The Fifth of November Remember, remember! The fifth of November, The Gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason Why the Gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot! That's the only portion of this poem I have known up until now, however this year I came across the rest which I have to say I am not in complete agreeance with. Guy Fawkes and his companions Did the scheme contrive, To blow the King and Parliament All up alive. Threescore barrels, laid below, To prove old England's overthrow. But, by God's providence, him they catch, With a dark lantern, lighting a match! A stick and a stake...
? superior snow drop? The leaves are as spectacular as the flower. A patchwork in greens.
ReplyDeleteIt is a double snowdrop, non native but now pretty common. One more thing to thank the Victorians for!
ReplyDeleteHey Ladybanana. It is difficult to see them unless you tip the flower up towards you. The next time you are out and about where there are a few have a closer look, especially in church yards or public parks.
ReplyDeleteI like your new identity picture!