Did I mention that I love weekends? The work week is so draining and even though I am busy on the weekends it allows me to recharge myself mentally. I went to the grocery store the other day to pick up a few things and they had these wonderful rosemary plants sitting out front. I absolutely love the smell of Rosemary and couldn't resist buying one. I took a few clippings from this plant so that I can root them and hopefully make a new plant. Here is a little history about Rosemary...The Ancients were well acquainted with the shrub, which had a reputation for strengthening the memory. On this account it became the emblem of fidelity for lovers. It holds a special position among herbs from the symbolism attached to it. Not only was it used at weddings, but also at funerals, for decking churches and banqueting halls at festivals, as incense in religious ceremonies, and in magical spells.
At weddings, it was entwined in the wreath worn by the bride, being first dipped into scented water. Anne of Cleves, we are told, wore such a wreath at her wedding. A Rosemary branch, richly gilded and tied with silken ribands of all colours, was also presented to wedding guests, as a symbol of love and loyalty.
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