Ever wondered how rapeseed got its name? During the eleventh century the Normans crossed the English channel. Raymond III was captivated by the passing of a comet - an astronomical omen that spurred many of the Normans to fight. Although Raymond was dealing with a urinary tract infection, he couldn't deny such a sign from … Continue reading How Rapeseed Got Its Name
"I'm the best because I'm the tallest" said the little blue flower. The smaller flowers agreed. "And I'm the best because I'm the biggest" she continued. Again, the smaller flowers agreed. "And I'm the best because my stalk is the strongest." The smaller flowers couldn't argue. Finding the truth is tough when you're rooted in … Continue reading Little Blue Flower
It was a hot summer day, around lunch time, when the adults sleep after lunch to recover from the tasks in the morning. The youngsters escape to the sun and shadows of the trees in the backyard and they plot and they plan and they enjoy the light and the heat and the joy of … Continue reading Hot Grapes
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