May is represented by the delicate and fragrant lily-of-the-valley and its birthstone is the emerald which is emblematic of love and success. The Zodiac signs for May include Taurus and Gemini
Misc Fascinating Facts
The month May was named for Maia, the Greek goddess of fertility.
On May 1, 1931, the Empire State Building was officially opened.
Several special celebrations take place in May including in part May Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mothers Day, Victoria Day (Canada) and Memorial Day (US), The Indianapolis 500 car race is held each year during this month.
May was once considered a bad luck month to get married. There is a poem that says "Marry in May and you'll rue the day".
According to old Cornish superstition, it is unlucky to buy a broom during the month of May.
In Old English May is called the "month of three milkings" referring to a time when the cows could be milked three times a day.
In the Northern Hemisphere spring flowers abound and trees burst forth from their winter sleep. May is a true month of renewal and beauty.
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The month May was named for Maia, the Greek goddess of fertility.
On May 1, 1931, the Empire State Building was officially opened.
Several special celebrations take place in May including in part May Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mothers Day, Victoria Day (Canada) and Memorial Day (US), The Indianapolis 500 car race is held each year during this month.
May was once considered a bad luck month to get married. There is a poem that says "Marry in May and you'll rue the day".
According to old Cornish superstition, it is unlucky to buy a broom during the month of May.
In Old English May is called the "month of three milkings" referring to a time when the cows could be milked three times a day.
In the Northern Hemisphere spring flowers abound and trees burst forth from their winter sleep. May is a true month of renewal and beauty.
Allow us to keep you company on your journey through May and stop by our daily blog posts of fabulous finds
http://www.forgetmenotsdailydiscoveries.weebly.com
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www.facebook.com/ForgetmeNotsDailyDiscoveriesTeam