Melon Day 2023

I like to partake of a little melon now and then.

Lately we've been hitting the watermelons pretty hard because they are particularly ripe and flavorful.

The moisture laden fiber they impart to our digestive systems are an added benefit.

The aroma and taste and texture are the big draw, however.

Today is Melon Day.

The day originates in the central asian country of Turkmenistan under the auspices of one Saparmurat Niyazov, first president of the country.

They have developed some 400 varieties of melons for the rest of the world to enjoy.

It transpires on the second Sunday of August. That would place it at August 13 this year.

So it is a day to partake of the melons of your choice and I like to note the varieties and their differences even among those which are similar genetically.

Happy Melon Day to you !