As hinted by myself and Liz in the Weather thread, today is St Catherine's Day.
Here is an interesting (somewhat grim but lighthearted) backstory. I always remember customers coming to the Pépinière around this time and saying they always plant just after this day!
https://vanessafrance.wordpress.com/201 ... y-customs/
St Catherine's Day 25th November
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St Catherine's Day 25th November
It's also Thanksgiving Day which means OH's OAP that would normally arrive on a Thursday is halted till tomorrow - it don't half wind him up
With this hand, I will lift your sorrows. Your cup will never be empty, for I will be your wine. With this candle, I will light your way into darkness. With this ring, I ask you to be mine.........The Corpse Bride