Before we talk about the persimmon seed as a harbinger of winter, I just want to know one thing: Who was the first person to open a persimmon seed? Okay, two things: WHY?!
It’s a good bet no one has those answers, so let’s proceed.
On my various road trips this fall I’ve noticed an abundance of persimmons. A trip to the ranch this weekend brought up the discussion about the old-timers method of predicting winter weather patterns by what the seed holds within.
I plucked some of the small ripe fruit, brought them home and proceeded to open a seed for myself. I’d never done this. Surprisingly, neither had my Dad. So he didn’t know to warn me I’d need my McGyver husband to help.
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