Happy May 1st, 2023. No, I am not lost at sea or calling for and S.O.S. I am just announcing today is the first day of May, otherwise known as May Day.
According to the Farmer Almanac, May Day is to celebrate the halfway point to Summer; the return of Spring if you will! May 1st is the half way point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. It was also rooted in agriculture.
Here are a six fun traditions to celebrate May Day and mark the return of Spring …
- Wash your face with the morning dew. This tradition is believed to beautify the skin and bring good luck.
- Gather cutting of the flowers and trees for your home. Anything in bloom in your area.
- Make a May Day basket of Flowers. You can use construction paper and fill with sweet flowers from your yard.
- Make a {flower} Leis. Leis are garlands or wreaths made with Hawaiian flowers and leaves, and given as a symbol of greetings. Make a lei or a garland for yourself or your mother.
- Walk barefoot in the morning dew.
- Create your own May bush or tree! Just decorate with colored ribbons or small strips of fabrics.
So whether you will go all out and walk in the morning wet grass, wash your face with the morning dew or maybe just create a small simple basket of spring flowers, I hope your first day of May is filled with all that new beginnings bring.
Fun Fact: The term “Mayday!” is not related to the “May Day” spring festival. It comes from the French phrase “M’aidez!,” which means “Help me!” If you hear “Mayday!” repeated three times, realize that it is an urgent distress call.
