Archive for November 5th, 2009
Nov 05
Happy Guy Fawkes Day
culture| 5 Comments »Gather the kids. Get the hot chocolate. Set off the fireworks! We’re going to burn an effigy tonight. That’s what they do in England on this day. Effigy-buring is a real family affair and community event. I was invited to several backyard burnings in my time there and always marveled at the fun-loving approach they [...]