Monday, March 11, 2013

Johnny Appleseed Day

When : March 11th and/or September 26th. Why two dates?......read on
Johnny Appleseed Day honors one of America's great legends. Johnny Appleseed was a real person. John Chapman was among the American settlers who were captivated by the movement west across the continent. As Johnny Appleseed travelled west, he planted apple trees along the way, and sold trees to settlers. With every apple tree that was planted, the legend grew. A Little About the Legend:
  • John Chapman (aka Johnny Appleseed) was born on September 26, 1774.
  • He was a nurseryman who started out planting trees in western New York and Pennsylvania.
  • During the life of John Chapman, the "West" was places like Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois.
  • John Chapman was a deeply religious person He was known to preach during his travels.
  • According to legend, Johny Appleseed led a simple life and wanted little. He rarely accepted money and often donated any money he received.
  • It is believed that he died on March 11, 1845, from what was referred to as the "winter plague". The actual date of his death has been disputed.

There is a lot of "legend" in stories written about Johny Appleseed. By it's definition, over the years, legends grow bigger than life. It also appears that there is some link between Johny Appleseed and very early Arbor Day celebrations. Celebrate today with an apple rich menu. Include fresh apples for snacks, and some applesauce or apple pie for dessert. And, make plans to plant an apple tree.

Apples, Red Delicious and Apple Blossoms quilted centerpiece   25"  Apples and Apple Blossoms quilted centerpiece

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Knitted Baby booties "Two Apple halves", baby shoes, hand knit baby shoes / size 0-3M  Knitted Baby booties

Zipper Pull -  Apple for the Teacher  Zipper Pull - Apple for the Teacher

Red Apple Shape Cream Pitcher & Sugar Bowl with Lid  Cream Pitcher & Sugar Bowl with Lid

Handmade Montessori Work- Magnetic Wool Felt Counting & Sorting Toy. Apple tree. Made to Order.  Handmade Magnetic Wool Felt Counting & Sorting Toy Made to Order.


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Primitive Handmade Rag doll Apple theme.  Primitive Handmade Rag doll Apple theme.

Apple Burlap Door Hanging Natural burlap  Apple Burlap Door Hanging

Red Apples and Grapes Apron  Red Apples and Grapes Apron

Apple ID Badge fabric flower clip with fabric covered button center  Apple ID Badge fabric flower clip

Red Apple Cozy  Red Apple Cozy




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