Holly Berries

Will we have another severe winter this year? If the dense, red berries on our holly tree in the garden are anything to go by, we will.

Last year was the same. The amount of holly berries on our tree gave warning that it might be and, indeed, it was; it was the hardest winter in 31 years. So, perhaps, there is something about the old wive’s tale after all. Indeed, the Telegraph newspaper this morning confirms that the bountiful supply of berries on the trees this autumn might give warning of another hard winter.

As usual, we will be bringing sprigs of holly into the house as Christmas decorations, a tradition which apparently goes back to pre-Christian times.

We will also be pulling out the snow shovels in readiness!
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