November brings peacocks

November has Americans thinking of Thanksgiving and turkey.  The Romans did not know about turkeys, as they are a North American bird.  They did, however, enjoy peacock as a special entree for fine dining.  Our 3rd and 4th graders will be working on a "Thanksgiving peacock" and the myth about the metamorphosis the peacock underwent to gain the spots in its tail feathers.

I am eagerly anticipating the arrival of more wintery weather, as it will bring with Christmas and the chance to sing songs and carols in Latin!