Wednesday 13 December 2023

St Lucia

 Happy St Lucia day to all our readers!


Stamp design by John Bauer, one of my favourite artists. See here-

http://www.johnbauersmuseum.nu/diverse/english.html

Also St Lucy customs-

https://www.voguescandinavia.com/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-st-lucias-day


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6 comments:

  1. Anonymous13 December 2023 at 10:30

    Fabulous stamp Alan. Thanks for sharing those articles. What a tragic end for Bauer.
    Chris

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    1. Anonymous16 December 2023 at 09:15

      Indeed, a sad story.
      Alan Tradgardland

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  2. Mark Man Of TIN14 December 2023 at 20:41

    I found this part of the vogue magazine article interesting from an RPG point of view / potential - “According to folklore, the long night in between was thought to be dangerous, with evil spirits plaguing the streets. This made staying awake important – something which was helped by eating, which is why feasting is so closely associated with the celebration today ...”
    And Gingerbread Men, and handmaidens ...

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    1. Anonymous16 December 2023 at 09:16

      Lots to like here and perhaps include in a seasonal Wide game…
      Alan Tradgardland

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  3. Funny Little Wars15 December 2023 at 23:36

    Thank you for John Bauer. Beautiful.

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    1. Anonymous16 December 2023 at 09:16

      My pleasure.
      Alan Tradgardland

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