The peoples of Scandinavia traditionally feed the birds on Christmas Day to ensure good luck throughout the year. Even tossing a small amount of seed on the doorstep is supposed to do the trick. Well, I don't know about that. I am of Swedish extraction and don't think spreading a little seed on the doorstep is going to determine one's year, even if I have put out plenty of seed in my time and have been a pretty fortunate fellow in almost all respects. But what the heck: on this Christmas Day I made sure to toss out some seed on the deck -- and keep the feeders full. It's raining and cold, and the birds will appreciate a little extra lift. And to them and to all of my friends and followers, I wish a hearty God Jul! (a little Swedish lingo, there.)
Friday, December 25, 2009
God Jul!
The peoples of Scandinavia traditionally feed the birds on Christmas Day to ensure good luck throughout the year. Even tossing a small amount of seed on the doorstep is supposed to do the trick. Well, I don't know about that. I am of Swedish extraction and don't think spreading a little seed on the doorstep is going to determine one's year, even if I have put out plenty of seed in my time and have been a pretty fortunate fellow in almost all respects. But what the heck: on this Christmas Day I made sure to toss out some seed on the deck -- and keep the feeders full. It's raining and cold, and the birds will appreciate a little extra lift. And to them and to all of my friends and followers, I wish a hearty God Jul! (a little Swedish lingo, there.)
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