May Day, May Day

I realize it’s a day of protest for the 99%—a date long observed as the moment of reckoning between greed and want.

But years ago, May 1 meant creating May Baskets for folks near and dear to me. Spring flowers still come to mind whenever May Day is mentioned.

However you choose to celebrate—in protest or in petals—may your May Day be a good one.

[Tulips illustration courtesy of The Graphics Fairy.]

May Day, May Day!

Though much of the world pays tribute to labor issues on May 1, I prefer to go the pagan route and pay tribute to flowers with this whimsical topiary, Puppy, by Jeff Koons.

Flora, fauna, and art—a holy trinity, in my mind.

But wait!

Today also happens to be a festive occasion for the racing- and betting-inclined. It’s the 136th Kentucky Derby.

Though I’m opposed to racing and refuse to gamble, I do love horses and hats.

Today offers a little something for everyone. Take what you will.

[AP photo of General Quarters by Ed Reinke, 2009 Derby.]