A quick nod to 'Dewi Sant' (St. David) the patron saint of Wales, the 1st of March is his day, a holiday celebrated since the 12th century. That's a little after the first Polynesians arrived on Rurutu, if we can believe the current radio carbon dates. Apart from several miraculous acts, St. David is thought to be responsible for the leek becoming a Welsh symbol. Apparently he advised his men to put leeks in their hats to avoid friendly fire, during battles against the Saxons. I'm ashamed to say I didn't even make leek soup this year ( no leeks to speak of at the market in Rurutu!). Though I have made the pilgrimage to St.David's cathedral several times, during school holidays in West Wales, which is more than many!
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