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March 13, 2024 8 mins
This is a free preview of the full paid episode described below. To hear more, visit https://ladyfarmer.substack.com/t/seasonal-living Welcome March and welcome spring! Even with the unpredictable and sometimes extreme weather, we can see life returning to the landscape. In this episode, we will hear the story of Demeter and Persephone, the ancient Greek myth that explains why we have four seasons. We'll also explore the cultural significance of St. Patrick's Day and consider the deeper impact of its origins. Planting begins this month for many, so we'll discuss the moon calendar for getting the growing season off to a good start. We'll learn how the tradition of Hot Cross Buns blends both pre-Christian and Easter traditions, and how the return of the spring peepers brings joy and hope in a time of eco-anxiety. Takeaways March is a month of anticipation for spring, with its unpredictable weather and the return of life. Cultural narratives and traditions can shape our relationship with the earth and impact our collective responsibility. Climate change is affecting gardening practices, with earlier seasons and the need for adaptation. The unity of pre-Christian traditions and Easter can be celebrated through the tradition of Hot Cross Buns. The return of the spring peepers brings hope in a time of environmental challenges. Resources Mentioned 2023 Updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🌻 About Lady Farmer: Subscribe to The ALMANAC, a Lady Farmer Newsletter & Community Visit Our Website Follow @weareladyfarmer on Instagram Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you! Original music by John Kingsley. Editing and podcast production by Fast Forward Production. 🌿 The Good Dirt Producers: • Wendy Gray
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