Traveling within the World
Linking your favorite traveling artists across the globe
Spearmint by Jennifer Adele
Spearmint is probably the best loved of all of the herbal mints grown in the home garden due to its delightful scent and beautiful lavender-colored flowers. It originated from the Mediterranean area of the world, and in times past it was said to help dispel the evil eye. It was also commonly used to relieve aching muscles, repel unwanted rodents, and acted as a water purifier. Today spearmint is still a versatile herb and can be used in many different ways.
Spearmint is a perennial herb plant, meaning it will return to your garden, year after year. It can reach two to three feet high and if left unattended can become extremely invasive and take over the entire garden. When planting leave some space for it to spread so that it won't choke off other plants that are surrounding it. You will need to keep it under control by weeding out the stems that appear where they are unwanted.
For a bit more about cultural history about mint in general, we do know that it has been used for many centuries. The word "mint" actually comes from the Greek legend of the nymph Minthe, who attracted the attention of Hades. Hades’ wife, the jealous Persephone, attacked Minthe and was in the process of trampling her to death when Hades turned her into the herb, which was ever sacred to him from them on. A symbol of hospitality and wisdom, the very smell of it was thought to reanimate the spirit." Ancient Hebrews scattered mint on their synagogue floors so that each footstep would raise its fragrance. Ancient Greeks and Romans rubbed tables with mint before their guests arrive. The Romans brought it to Britain. The pilgrims brought it to North America aboard the Mayflower. The Japanese have distilled peppermint oil for several centuries and the oil is further treated to produce menthol.
Symbolism: wisdom, hospitality, beauty, long life, pleasure, purpose, versatility.
Views: 8
Events
-
2014 is the Chinese Year of the Horse
February 17, 2026 at 12am to February 5, 2027 at 12am – where & how you choose
Birthdays
Birthdays Tomorrow
Important (read & understand)
Skype: Travelingraggyman
Email and Instant Messenger:
TravelerinBDFSM @ aol/aim; hotmail; identi.ca; live & yahoo
OR
Travelingraggyman @ gmail and icq ***
OUR MOST RECENT AWARD
1AWARD UPDATES & INFORMATION
10,000 votes - Platinum Award
5,000 votes - Gold Award
2,500 votes - Silver Award
1,000 votes - Bronze Award
300 votes - Pewter Award
100 votes - Copper Award
Member of the Associated Posting System {APS}
This allows members on various sites to share information between sites and by providing a by line with the original source it credits the author with the creation.
Legal Disclaimer
***************We here at Traveling within the World are not responsible for anything posted by individual members. While the actions of one member do not reflect the intentions of the entire social network or the Network Creator, we do ask that you use good judgment when posting. If something is considered to be inappropriate it will be removed
Site Meter
This site is strictly an artist operational fan publication, no copyright infringement intended
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries had its humble beginnings as an idea of a few artisans and craftsmen who enjoy performing with live steel fighting. As well as a patchwork quilt tent canvas. Most had prior military experience hence the name.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries.
Vendertainers that brought many things to a show and are know for helping out where ever they can.
As well as being a place where the older hand made items could be found made by them and enjoyed by all.
We expanded over the years to become well known at what we do. Now we represent over 100 artisans and craftsman that are well known in their venues and some just starting out. Some of their works have been premiered in TV, stage and movies on a regular basis.
Specializing in Medieval, Goth , Stage Film, BDFSM and Practitioner.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries a Dept of, Ask For IT was started by artists and former military veterans, and sword fighters, representing over 100 artisans, one who made his living traveling from fair to festival vending medieval wares. The majority of his customers are re-enactors, SCAdians and the like, looking to build their kit with period clothing, feast gear, adornments, etc.
Likewise, it is typical for these history-lovers to peruse the tent (aka mobile store front) and, upon finding something that pleases the eye, ask "Is this period?"
A deceitful query!! This is not a yes or no question. One must have a damn good understanding of European history (at least) from the fall of Rome to the mid-1600's to properly answer. Taking into account, also, the culture in which the querent is dressed is vitally important. You see, though it may be well within medieval period, it would be strange to see a Viking wearing a Caftan...or is it?
After a festival's time of answering weighty questions such as these, I'd sleep like a log! Only a mad man could possibly remember the place and time for each piece of kitchen ware, weaponry, cloth, and chain within a span of 1,000 years!! Surely there must be an easier way, a place where he could post all this knowledge...
Traveling Within The World is meant to be such a place. A place for all of these artists to keep in touch and directly interact with their fellow geeks and re-enactment hobbyists, their clientele.
© 2024 Created by Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler.
Powered by
