As Japan has its cherry blossoms, in Greece the blossoming of the almond tree heralds Spring. Spring arrived at our home, always on a cold winter Saturday, in the form of a huge but delicate bouquet of almond tree branches. My father entered the apartment and offered the new blossoms to our delighted mother who immediately arranged them in a sturdy, oversized glass vase she kept especially for the occasion. … Continue reading A Lesson Taught in Almonds