August
August is supposed to be an inspiring reverence and admiration month. Named after Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, adopted son of Julius Caesar. The month originally had 30 days but added to be in like July. The Perseid Meteor Shower will take place on the 11th of the month, check stargazing sites for more information. Birthstones for August are the peridot, a green gemstone that is to bring one good luck and sardonyx, a reddish-brown signifying courage and happiness. Gladiolus and the poppy are flowers of the month.
August is National Peach Month. Fresh, cooked, or baked it is fun fruit. Along with that harvest and many others August is also known at the Honey Moon month. That’s where the word “honeymoon” came from because of beehive harvesting. Summer vegetables are harvested.
It is also one of the busiest months for tourism. However, in Italy, tradition of “Ferragosto” celebrates a week or as much as 10 days, beginning August 15th to celebrate summer. This means that if you are in a tourist area, the businesses may be closed.
August is also a month for appreciating dogs. August also has two birthstones. The birthstones for August are peridot and sardonyx. Peridot is a green gemstone that brings good luck and protects against nightmares. Sardonyx is a reddish-brown gemstone that brings courage and happiness.
August’s birth month flowers are the gladiolus and poppy. The gladiolus is a tall and elegant flower that symbolizes strength, honor, and moral integrity. The poppy, the beautiful red bloom made famous from the poem centuries ago, is often associated with remembrance and is used as a symbol of respect for fallen soldiers and veterans.
