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love those photos and big thanks for sharing made a dark day so much brighter
Everything comes in three pickup a penny and a pound will follow I dont do folklore
See a penny, pick it up, all day long you’ll have good luck!
Cannot wait!! Bought your My Celebrity Boyfriend book for my good friend in Wales for Cmas
We are both Richard Armitage fans and met through that fandom
Just love your humor and outlook!
Happy Holidays to you !!
Hi Michele
Oh you are lovely, thank you! And thank you for your kind words and support. Richard is awesome, I was on tour with him for six months so I should know. You’ve picked a goodun to be a fan of. Hope your friend enjoys the book and you enjoy #EverydayLore – join in! Happy Holidays! L
[…] As with all of my trying outs, they are in the spirit of, rather to the letter, but always with respect. First, I closed all the windows so the juniper smoke would be held in. I hate closing windows, […]
So no black cat?
I stopped looking after I found the rooster and the pig! I do love a black cat though.
Whisky is the best cure all for all ailments physical and spiritual
As an aside since you chat about Scottish traditions my chum and I are going to Edinburgh after Uncle Vanya next month any tips? Recommendations ? Folklore included most welcome
I’m very jealous, I love Edinburgh! And whisky is the absolute best.
Nothing is coming to mind about at the mo for recommendations (I’ve usually been head down trying to survive the Festival when I’ve been up there), but I do remember a lovely hat shop in the Grassmarket that’s worth a visit, if you like hats… Have a lovely time!
Iām a Gemini so I donāt know where that puts me on the full moon spectrum maybe I need to ask Richard Armitage or you could for me ā¤ļø
My sister is a Cancer too I will tell pass on this song and intel to her so many thanks for this blog post
You’re very welcome. And according to my moon sign book, Geminis are in for a favourable day tomorrow (13 Jan)!
Thank you for an interesting, fun and heartwarming day Liza.
I am amazed how well that recording has come out! Susannah x
I know! I was a bit shocked too. Thanks for joining me this weekend, you are a star x
Tattytracker!
That is indeed a glorious suggestion, Barbara!
It’s okay – you can admit to the mountain goat thing. We won’t judge…
*wipes chin*
At yeast you gave it a go.
I’ll get me coat.
Oh Babs.
And the proceedings were overseen by a very amorous black cat…
You say amorous, I say affectionate. And stinky.
You say stinky. I say pheromones.
Let me run my thumbnail down my chin to contemplate on that…
Who said folklore wasn’t glamorous?
And you know I’m all about the glamour…
Morning! Wasn’t sure if this would count as no frost but put ‘other.’
Its 9.15 in Essex. A grey cloud covered sky. No frost. No rain. No sun. Chilly but not cold… jumpers or coats
Hmm, tricky one! Thanks for the update and wrap up warm!
09:33 Tunbridge Wells, Grey overcast sky, windy and cold.
My condolences…
Grey and gloomy here in North West Kent/South East London (depending on oneās allegiances ). Either way itās grey and gloomy ā¹ļø
ā¹ļø indeed! Fingers crossed for some sun!
Grey and windy yet mild and clammy (London suburbs). A most irregular combo.
We are talking about the weather round your end, aren’t we?
Well yes, that as well!
Itās sunny here, and cold but not as bad as last night, which was wet and windy, more like November. From my flat window I can see very grey cloud drifting by and sudden bursts of sunshine – right now itās grey again. Odd. This is Cleethorpes in March not Denley Moor anytime.
That sounds very dull!
Yes. Yes, it is. Now itās even greyer but with faint suggestions of mist from the estuary and then a few seconds of sun and gusts of wind. Itāll probably snow in a minute. Maybe Thor or Ymir will put in an appearance. Then itāll be grey again. Iām told itās similar in Derby, where I was yesterday.
Hang on, now it sounds exciting…
Wet and windy, with the emphasis on windy now.
And the weather?
Did the poodle bite?
The poodle chewed it.
Poor Paddy – posh or not, that cork must have made his eyes water…
He also bears a striking resemblance to David Bellamy. And Mr Gum. Impressive!
Ooh he does have a touch of the Bellers! And yes, the cork is a tight fit…
You know the white plume month’s common name is the white fairy. Grow some bindweed and you could be onto a winner
Ooh! Thank you!
Excellent work, all good choices. I loved Top of The Pops and Stayin’ Alive but try Devil In Disguise – Elvis.
https://open.spotify.com/track/0D1pEisM3QkiacGXJe5dmd
Yes that works well! You can’t beat a bit of playful Elvis!
Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick.
Zorba, Stayinā Alive and Rezillos yep, but tried Dury and crikey Moses.
Long shots – Back In Black, Isla De Icanta by Pixies and Bob Dylanās Subterreanean Homesick Blues. Really.
All of them work brilliantly! But I think the Pixies just have the edge…
As so often.
Was it three wishes, or was it in factā¦ooh…erm…threee shlishes?
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Hi Liza
Your āLoreā blog continues to inform, engage and divert, much appreciated and very welcome. BR RK
Hi Roger
What a lovely comment, thank you! Do let me know if you have anything I could try…
Liza
Thank you for this post! Iām gonna emulate you now! Feeling blah and blue today
Hope you are safe and well!! Thank you for your honesty and humor and genuineness
Oh you are lovely, thank you! Hope you feel better soon, and good luck for the good luck with the fork!
tĆ” sĆŗil agam go mbraitheann tĆŗ nĆos fearr go luath
(hope you feel better soon)
Ta!
Alas, the fork did not help then
Alas, it did not.
Isnāt Gripweed a Gringottās employee?
Could be…
What a beautiful creation, Ms Frank. I especially admire your colourful ring!
With full PPD capacity too…
Oh the memories…although I’d forgotten all about Terry’s constant references to his big trombone! Disgraceful.
* sniggers *
Er, it seems you’ve linked to an ELO video by mistake!
That made I laugh.
The Veg Vigil?
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Who knew that Scrotal Heal could be cured by the simple turnip?
Who indeed…?
Ah, you’re making me blush! Spudtastic news re the tatties š
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You were the consummate professional as always!
You makes I blush…
My friend Lisa in St Ives did come up with something, as Iād hoped. Her two kids – teenagers now – both took part in Dicing for Bibles at the local parish church when they were about 10. Recalled being partnered with another child, having two dice to throw, two sixes would win a Bible.Donāt appear to have won. Lisa might find out more so if I hear anything…she doesnāt seem to have done it herself, and Iāve not heard of a similar thing here; wonder if Irish/Catholic upbringing has anything to with this? we didnāt mix much with the Anglican churches here and ecumenical moves were a big deal when I was a teenager – the odd folk mass and thatās about it. Those are other stories tho. Other days…
Oh wow! This is brilliant, thank you! So not that long ago either…
That gnome is so cute!
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That punch line is brilliant. NGL, I giggled out loud.
You’re very kind! Thank you.
A true Legend in her own lunchtime! Liza Frank NEVER fails to impress or intrigue! x
* blushes *
They’re good for the heart you know…
So they say…
So we can conclude that just after Halloween, a pig will win your heart by vomiting and waving at your arse. Who said romance was dead eh!
Be still my beating heart…
I really enjoyed this. I love your style.
What a lovely thing to write, thank you! Feel free to suggest folklore I can try!
Your reads are fabulous! Interesting facts alongside smiles
That’s such a wonderful thing to write, thank you! The smiles are all mine, today.
But are you livin’ on a prayer?
Always.
I want to do that! Looks like a bit of simple creative fun
I’ll teach you it! It’s so easy!
What did the coins say?
* taps nose *
It sounds like you had perfected your tossing technique by the end of the session
I was very good to begin with…
I can confirm that Ma Andrews is still partial to a steak pie. No, that is not a euphemism.
Ma Andrews is a living legend!
Poo Bleater – a sheep that is not very good at singing
So rude.
Continuing the kids’ TV theme:
Gent-a-Roast – an aristocratic Sunday lunch
That made I laugh, a lot.
This wins the prize for funniest post of the project so far And I’m sure there must be a ‘private shop’ that would make use of your creations…
I don’t know what you mean… š
Alphabetical lists work a treat if you wake during the night and can’t nod off again. For example, work your way from A to Z naming different breeds of dog. Afghan Hound, Bulldog, Chihuahua and so on. I may be barking up the wrong tree though as I’m not sure if it counts as folklore…
That’s a very good idea, and dogs would work a treat! You could do one with shoes: ankle boots, brothel creepers, clogs… I’ll give it a go. And yes, it’s definitely folklore…
Richard Greene!
Of course! Riding through the glen… I always get the Richards Todd and Greene mixed up!
Blackberry gin is highly recommened – similar method, shake for 2 weeks leave for 2 months. Very nice on its own in place of port or with prosecco as kir mur.
Oh yum! I have to admit that blackberry was my backup plan. Given your comment, I might still give it a go… Thank you!
They look yummy Liza!
So yummy!
I had a similar experience with a garlicky pineapple and ’twas indeed the chopping board. Garlicky pineapple is an abomination!
Unless on a pizza, surely…?
They look gorgeous Liza!
Thank you! They smell SO good!
How dare you??? Never must a pineapple and a pizza meet.
Madam, I suggest we meet at dawn on the heath, else this ne’er shall be settled…
Shall it be handbags at dawn?
It shall.
I knew the second verse! But none of stuff about St Helene! I think I have now subscribed – will Now try and work out how to enter letter writing day thing…
You have, thank you! You’ll find the form here And I’m very impressed you knew the second verse. And a little jealous…
I take it you dreamt of Ted Bovis then?
Every. Goddamn. Night.
Hahaha!
The banana blossom and chips looked a bit questionable LIza! But thanks for including the confused Gary Lineker clip. I hadn’t seen that. If any of your UK based readers are inspired to spiral off from Folklore into an interest in Refugees, they could find out about their local City of Sanctuary group x
Banana blossom is definitely a bit questionable! Great shout out for the City of Sanctuary groups, thanks. And if people want to know more about how food from other cultures has enriched ours, try Spicing up Britain : The Multicultural History of British Food by
Panikos Panayi.
BUDFOG!!! BUDFOG!!! YOU’VE GOT TO LEARN THEM!!! Gotta say I still remember them so her teaching style did actually work š
Given it’s 30+ years later and we still remember, she rocked!
Really wouldn’t want to waste my cheese on anyone who isn’t me.
I completely understand.
Apparently emmental is good, but there are too many holes in that theory.
Arf arf
Twenty-one seconds of the sea – beautiful.
Thank you! I thought everyone could enjoy a bit of sea at the end of the week.
FYI, the scientific reason for proximity to water, in particular the sea, is because there is an atmospheric concentration of negatively charged ions in the atmosphere… this makes us feel better! Lots of info around th8s one
Oh wow! Thank you! I love it when magic and science collide. Even more reason to love living by the sea. And thank you, Yvonne for the follow!
I laughed so much at this! I’m sorry that I found your oniony torment so amusing
You’re so not sorry, Babs.
There must be a chilli eating contest you could do.
There was. I didn’t!
Where’s your commitment???
Sorely, sorely lacking.
I suppose you do need to consider the health and safety of your innards.
True. I’m partial about my tastebuds too. Although I have horrendous onion mouth this morning…
Keep at it and you’ll be doing a Lionel Richie in no time!
Oooh what a feeling!
They’ve got a ‘The Scream’ vibe about them…perhaps that’s what makes them look menacing. And what’s this about countryman’s favours? Sounds well dodgy.
Countryman’s favour is the style of the doll!
How exactly did you hold your thong, then?
Possibly a tad wobbly, it being the end of a very long week and the cat on my lap!
Onionployment at a record high…
Oh very good!
For a split second I thought that was a photo of the cat sick
Nice.
Was going to make a joke about being ‘too shy’ to read the rest of the blog but then I realised…wrong Hamill.
Hush, hush now…
You might be able to claw it back some other time.
I’ll get me coat.
It’s hanging by the door.
If you’d sawed something in half that would have been impressive. You have a cat don’t you?…
Hands off my pussy!
Well, what a lovely pair of wardens!
I do have a lovely pair indeed.
I particularly like the reveal of the leopard print headband in the abracadabra video! Generally I think it’s aged well
That’s your Christmas present sorted!
Was it Saint Simon Groom by any chance?
Hmm, let me get back to you on that one….
Dare I ask what you would have done with a turnip-shaped thingy?…
You may dare. You may not get an answer though, Nathaniel….
It must have got on your wick trying to get them to work.
It really got on my wick.
It’s funny how your fingers accidentally typed 62 instead of 21! But I thank you for your moving birthday tribute.
And the fact that you wore long socks, thus sparing me the sight of your ankles on my special day
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Hmmmm, a lecture about Grindr? What is this project doing to you???
You have no idea.
No one helping the poor fallen down guy!
He’s overcome with philosophical ideas…
It would be just like you to snigger at prosthetic knobs. I would never dream of doing such a thing *cough*
And why haven’t you included the story of how Banstead got its name???
You mean about the time you believed the story spun about burning buns…??
Well okay yes, that one. It was very convincing…
It’s always worth trying the good old cabbage remedy! It has to be from Londis though…
Strangely enough, boiled cabbage juice was on the list, but I wasn’t sure if I could take the smell! Londis of course, is a given!
You will smash it!
Thanks, Duck x
Just listened to you on Saturday Live and I really loved what you’re doing; it’s both sane and mad at same time!! You also have a good radio voice – calm, attractive and knowledgeable!! x
That’s so kind of you John, thank you! Sane and mad just about sums the project up!
You may find this enjoyable: https://beltane.org/hearth-fire-digital-samhuinn-fire-festival/
I love you guys! You were on my list of things to do this year! Thank you so much for the link, I will enjoy it very much x
well done chick!
Thank you!
Considering what you wrote about superstition in folklore on my postcard, you seemed to be armed with quite an armoury. Larch cone, acorn, thimble, lucky knickers and St. Johnās Wort in a locket. You were clearly leaving nothing to chance
The word and the act are two different things! And yes, I needed all the help I could get!!
I’m one of those people who signed up following Saturday Live yesterday. Really love this blog and the way it works with all the links, thanks Liza Kate S
That’s so kind of you, Kate! Thank you!
You were brilliant, LIza! They should invite you back every week.
Can I have your autograph?
Hey Tim, thank you! And just because it’s you…
This was a made up tradition in an obscure Ch.4 Comedy, “Fist of Fun” which carries a strong brexit portent and is very funny:
Shrewsbury Pie Pie Day:
That was very funny! I might, however give the pie pie a miss…
Good lord! You’ve managed to create Ludo in advent crown form! Seriously, have a look at a picture of Ludo and then immediately look at your advent crown. There is literally NO difference!
Smell bad…
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Absolutely understand about low concentration levels especially when needed. You have been doing brilliantly. I chew gum as I have heard it lowers anxiety levels.
Thank you! And thanks for the tip about the gum, might have to invest in some Juicy Fruit…
Hmmmm…if it didn’t work, perhaps the folklore around basil is fawlty?
BOOM BOOM!
Did you put you slippers out by your bed last night? That’s probably why you didn’t get anything! My Mum is half German half Norwegian so we always put out slippers out ready on the 5th December. Thankfully always got clementines and Fudge bars!
I bet that was it! Although my slippers were within a meter of the bed… Did you get any sweeties today?
Lol,sadly not though i buy my own anyway these days!
Wonderful stuff!!
Thank you!
Aw it’s so cute!
Yours for a tenner.
I’ve only got tuppence ha’penny
That’ll do.
Excellent! It’ll make a lovely present for my pet gerbil, Richard.
Candle 3 is clearly ready to PARTY: in the immortal words of Ted Nugent, WHO LIKES TO GAUDETE AWLRIGHT!!! (Except the Nuge actually said “who likes to get fucked up,” but six of one…)
I think candle 3 may have partied too much…
used to make one every year when I was a kid, my half German Mum seems obsessed with cloves (they get spiked all lover the xmas honey roast ham too!) . I used to make them when i left home but haven’t bothered so much in the last few years-not sure it would be so popular with the cats!
I like the sound of your mum! And sod the cats, the smell is too gorgeous not to make one!
Lovely post! And definitely a lot better than slitting an unfortunate porker’s throat!
Thank you! And yes!
Very impressive playing, despite the piggy biscuits!
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Good old Uri, still rubbing into old age
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I am really enjoying your blog. I may even try this one. I was inspired to crochet some mistletoe also.
Hi Alison, thank you so much! That’s really kind of you to say so. How did the mistletoe go? And yes, the four leaf clover is quick and easy, I’d highly recommend.
What is hunt the cheese? I presume it is not turning your fridge over to find that Brie you swore was there before Christmas and now seems to have been eaten by elves and by the way wasnāt there a lot more port in the bottle last time you looked?
Ha ha! I’ve played that game with the ‘elves’ too!
Hunt the cheese was a reference to a food related miracle St Thomas Becket performed, guiding a girl who had lost her cheese to its hiding place…
I never knew that. He may become my favourite saint.
Mistletoe is good and hanging above my fire place as a little garland!
Sounds perfect!
Liza you are brilliant! Nearly there. Happy New Year when it comes. xx
Thanks, Lucy! And thanks for all your lovely support this year. Happy New Year to you and the boys Xx
Yikes! I cleaned the bog earlier. Am I doomed?
PS. Hope you awake unblurred after your early night X
Totally doomed. But I think you’ve already had the bad luck – I’ve seen that toilet. X
How very dare you!
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Hi Liza,
I feel quite bereft now that your Everyday Lore draws to a close!
Have followed along with interest, learnt so much, been inspired to read in depth around certain topics, and enjoying your daily posts became part of my routine.
Your style of writing and sense of humour has cheered up some of the very hardest lockdown days…no mean feat.
Massive thanks for all your research effort and hard work. I look forward to any future projects.
Wishing you (and all your audience) a far kinder 2021,
Stay safe,
Lara x
That’s such a lovely and kind message to write, Lara, thank you! Very pleased you’ve enjoyed the project and it’s helped with Other Life. And yes, there’ll be future projects, I’m already cooking one up. Not literally. I’m a disaster in the kitchen as you know. Keep safe x
Well done Liza what an achievement! Thank you for all the wassailing, haggis hunting, pip spitting, dreggracing, beetledriving, folklorin fun
Couldn’t have done it without you, Suze! Thank you!
Amazing achievement! Well done for keeping it going for a whole year! You can relax now. And may your lambswool wassailing always produce a frothy head š
Cheeky bleeder š
Congratulations! A triumph of determination and stamina. Well done, Liza.
Thanks, Geraint! And thanks for reading it all this time! Maybe now things will get back to normal…
Thank you so very much for all the wonderful posts.
Aw, thanks Jennifer!
Wow what a wonderful blog. I will be referring back to each post this year to keep up with the special things to do that I missed.
Thank you! What a lovely thing to write! And I hope it’s useful to you throughout the year.
Thank you for such an entertaining, good-humoured blog. Looks like the American Lord of Misrule really trumped himself in his efforts this year! Congratulations on your amazing year-long project. I’ll be looking forward to your new adventure!
Hi Mark, thanks for such lovely words! And yes, Misrule seems to be everywhere just now… Fingers crossed you enjoy my next adventure (which won’t be for a while, I really could do with some sleep)
Liza, Thank you for making me chuckle every morning and adding to my store of fascinating (useless to some) knowledge. Well done !
Cheers
Magg
My pleasure, Magg! Glad you enjoyed it!
We did. Xx
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I think your dusty bun looks very appetising. Can’t believe it’s been a year since you set it a-dangling! Should my ear affliction return, I shall be requesting your furry pod most urgently.
And my furry pod shall always be yours. As for the bun, get your own.
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Thank you, Liza – I love reading your posts! Rachel
Thanks, Rachel!
That bird’s giving you the side-eye!
True.
In the 1970s I used to grow hemp in the gutter of my parents’ house, but never had enough to make a decent spliff… now I find that here in sunny Spain, cannabis plants can actually be used as a form of fencing on farms – as long as it’s left to grow wild. Pigs love it, but then again, they are intelligent (and extremely tasty) animals.
Wow!
Thanks. I’m not going to sleep tonight.
You’re welcome.
Now you’ve made me invoke it, are you going to pay for the prosthetic fingers when the big toofy crocodile bites them off?
No, but I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you.
When i was 5 i remember being frightened of the Lions and Tigers under the bed.
I think it must have been related to my first visit to a zoo, a year or so before.
This was 1967.
That’s both cute and terrifying!
Another project would be excellent! All of them would be interesting.
Thank you! There’s quite an overlap so I might be able to sneak all sorts in irrespective of the category!
I love reading your posts – they always tell me something new and they make me smile! Thank you!
That’s such a lovely thing to write, thank you! Glad you like them!
I shall quickly make soul cakes this evening before my online class.
Do it!
Hi Lisa,
Love your posts. I’ve voted for one option but really I’d like all of them!
Wishing you a happy folklore rest of the year.
Hi Liz, thank you! And have a lovely happy folklore rest of the year too!
Anti-pestilential talismans sound an excellent idea at the moment. They cure/dry quicker if you use satsumas or clementines.
Now you tell me!
Is there a brand name for adder fat? I’ll be stopping by the local snake oil store later this week and should stock up.
Not sure, but if you find out, let me know!
If ever I get a sore knob/boil, thanks to you, I know what to do
Obviously hoping this will never happen though!
Dearest FAA
Hmmmm… whilst your suggestions are obviously welcome, I just don’t fancy bathing in cow’s urine, skinning a hare or having a dog’s tongue salivating over my posterior. I shall try some of the other remedies though, in the desperate hope for some relief from this ghastly thing. Thank you.
Dear GloBarb
Can’t say I blame you. But very glad the RSPCA won’t be involved. You never know, a seventh son might get in contact…
Hmmm, I think I’d prefer the thrice-quacking old duck.
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Awesome advice. Iām off down to Lidl for some ginger and pecans, and I might also look for a bunch of tiny mirrors (shhh). I look forward to the next instalment.
Food good, curse bad. Glad you’re enjoying, Alison.
I thoroughly agree on the rebounding curse and would never retailate – except perhaps with the internally mirrored box, although I might also be tempted by the message in a bottle technique, On reflection, I think I’d play safe and stick with any solution involving salt. I’ve never had a cursed chip, crisp or bacon butty in my life!
Yes, best stay away from curses! And keep up the good work with the chips…
Hi, might I suggest that, although honeyed oatcakes sound great for your noctural visitor, I would refrain from offering him a hobnob dunked in hot tea?
I think that’s wise.
Thank you Folklore Agony Auntie for your full and thoughtful response. Thank you particularly for drawing attention back to the benign side of hobs and hobbery. There was lots that I was unaware of regarding pyracantha. It has put my mind to rest, and I may offer the local hob a Staffordshire oatcake wrapped around a tasty bacon rind as an acknowledgment of my gratitude.
Never offend a hob, and you should be okay. And an oatcake wrapped in bacon sounds positively delicious! Glad the advice was of help. Keep in touch and let the Folklore Agony Aunt know how it goes.
May I suggest sleeping holding a bloodstone in your left hand, to draw the infection up and out as the boil comes to a head and bursts? And then patch the sore point with a yarrow poultice. Or even see a GP regarding antibiotics and sterile dressings? May it clear up soon.
Thank you for the advice! I’m sure GloBarb will appreciate it.
Well done on keeping the bun alive for so long! Could you send me a piece in the post, please? I might grate it onto my knob as, alas, I am still afflicted š
I’ll see what I can do… š