Tag Archives: Mead

Vortigern and the Mead Goggles: A Sobering Tale ~ Alli Templeton

Posted on October 24, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Medieval Wanderings: While young Sticky Rogers sleepily transforms into something magical all tucked up in his comfy nest in the pantry, I’ve been learning all about the worlds’ oldest alcoholic beverage. The story of mead stretches back for … Continue reading →

Posted in reblog | Tagged Brewing, Food and Drink, Historical Periods, history, legends, Mead, medieval, medieval relationships, Quests, saxons | 6 Comments

One for the birds ~ Tallis Steelyard

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Sue Vincent

From Jim Webster, aka Tallis Steelyard: This tale was recounted to me by somebody who knew Maljie in her early years. Such people are few and far between nowadays and tend not to wax garrulous on her past. Still, it … Continue reading →

Posted in reblog | Tagged boat hooks, ethics, Mead, steam yachts, the wonder of steam | 2 Comments

Power, Prisoners and Parties at Criccieth Castle ~ Alli Templeton

Posted on September 29, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Medieval Wanderings: In the Epilogue of my Welsh Quest, I mentioned that we might find another couple of castles to visit during the rest of our stay in North Wales. And believe it or not, we did. But … Continue reading →

Posted in reblog | Tagged Castles, Edward 1st, Historical Periods, history, Mead, medieval, Plantagenets, Quests, Wales Walk, Welsh medieval history., Welsh wars. | 3 Comments

Offering – Jan Malique #writephoto

Posted on April 28, 2018 by Sue Vincent

My offering for Sue’s Thursday Photo Prompt makes a return to wind lashed northern shores, home of Odin’s seer. What is it with the One Eyed god and his summons? He appeared long ago, a shimmering dream offering the fruits of his … Continue reading →

Posted in photo prompt, Photography, Poetry | Tagged Mead, Mimir, Odin, Offering, stream of consciousness, water | 2 Comments

Poetic Mead – Paul Andruss

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Odds and Sods: Cauldron of Inspiration warmed by the breath of nine maidens (Celtic Myths and Legends by Charles Squire with illustration by Ernest Wallcousins 1912) Mead is an alcoholic drink made entirely from honey, or honey … Continue reading →