Advent calendar 4: the holly and the ivy

‘The holly and the ivy,When they are both full grown,Of all the trees that are in the wood,The holly bears the crown.’– Traditional carol, words from Sharp’s English Folk-Carols (1911) Today’s image: holly and ivy The symbolism of these plants is evident in their generic name: evergreens of any sort are symbols of hope and spring returning. … Continue reading Advent calendar 4: the holly and the ivy