Tis the day that Saint Urho is celebrated!
We missed the parade last Saturday. Maybe we can be there next year! (Photo from last year)
Today is the day that Finlanders all over Minnesota celebrate Saint Urho's battle with the pesky grasshoppers that threatened the grape crop. He chased the grasshoppers waving a pitchfork hollering "Heinasirkka, heinasirkka, menetaalta hiiten"...Grasshopper, grasshopper get the hell out of here.
Far Side
17 comments:
Happy St. Urho's Day!!
Did not know this so had to pass your info on. Born and raised “Up North” and my best friend and family who are Finnish never mentioned this day. Never too old to learn something new. Thanks for info.
Well, now, I know about ole Saint Urho. I had no idea who this chap was.
Such a lovely tradition. I hope you can attend next year, too!
Neat! I've learned a new thing! Thank you!
That is so fun!
Happy St. Urho's Day!
Happy Saint Urho's Day! I do hope you'll be in attendance next year.
I have never heard of St Urho, thankyou for educating me !
Jillx
Happy Saint Urho's Day to you! I never knew about this colorful holiday until I started following your blog. I appreciate the things I learn from you!
I was wondering who St. Urho was. Now I know! Sorry you missed the parade but I think Sadie would be more fun.
Blessings,
Betsy
Good to know that Saint Urho is still being celebrated!
I thought I remembered it had something to do with grasshoppers. Now I remember! :-)
Hope it was a good day for you and yours
With your enthusiasm and background you should be IN the parade next year!
Happy St. Urho's Day!
Next year, yes.
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