According to my Old Farmer's Almanac, today, June 23, is Midsummer's Eve. I'm not sure why that should be since June 21 was the first day of summer but if the OFS says it, it must be true. Midsummer? I hope that doesn't mean that summer is half over.
I really wanted to follow the directions included on the calendar page. It said "As a precaution to ward off witches and bad luck, folklore suggests that you throw herbs and salt into a bonfire on Midsummer's Eve." My problem is where to build a bonfire. The ground around here is pretty soggy. I considered my balcony but remembered that my lease says I'm not even supposed to have burning candles in the apartment. Of course it doesn't specifically say anything about bonfires. Ah well, maybe I can build a bonfire next year. I wonder which kind of herbs work best? And salt? Does it have to be iodized salt or will any salt do? And how much salt and how many herbs? I'd better get some specifics before I try this. Happily, I don't seem to be threatened by witches or bad luck just now.
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