wise men say...: strawberries...

i love strawberries....i was looking at one today and observing the perfection to which it must have been planned. i mean just to think that all these perfectly created things happened by accident i find absurd & plain dumb. anyway, since they are part of creation too, i thought i'd broaden my creation post bracket just a little & include different aspects besides just scenery....here's some 'fun facts' about strawberries....

Strawberries are a member of the rose family.

Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in the spring.

The average strawberry has 200 seeds.

Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.

Native American Indians called strawberries "heart-seed berries" and pounded them into their traditional corn-meal bread. Discovering the great taste of the Native Americans bread, colonists decided to create their own version, which became an American favorite that we all know and love .. Strawberry Shortcake.

Respondents to a recent national survey labeled strawberry lovers as "health conscious, fun loving, intelligent and happy." Non-strawberry lovers, on the other hand, were described as "weird, boring, stuffy--picky, fussy eaters who avoid healthy foods." ( i know this one is probably not true, but i thought it was funny...)

Eight medium-sized strawberries contain 140% of the U.S. RDA for Vitamin C. In addition, strawberries are good sources of folic acid, potassium and fiber. Strawberries are also fat-free and low in calories.

Strawberry juice combined with honey will reduce inflammation or sunburn. Rub the mixture thoroughly into the skin before rinsing off with warm water and lemon juice.

ooo and strawberries can be eaten in so many ways & are responsible for so many divine things that we get to eat....here's some i like...