The Simple Thistle

 

I first heard this story on our CIE tour of Scotland.  The thistle is the "flower of Scotland" and truthfully, every time we cut one down in our hay field, I think of this story.  I bought this ornament as a souvenir, but it the first time it's adorned a Christmas tree.  

This little artificial tree is in my entry.  I have the Nativity near, both create a simple vignette.  Don't forget, if you have facebook, I am doing a little, simple virtual tour on Friday night.  

Here is the link:  A Very Merry Scottish Christmas

It's just going to be a short, simple tour.

Blessings from Ringle, Wisconsin.