petal power

I bought myself some peonies this weekend and love the cheer they are bringing to my kitchen. The peony is named after Paeon (also spelled Paean), a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. Asclepius became jealous of his pupil; Zeus saved Paeon from the wrath of Asclepius by turning him into the peony flower.^[3] 

Please Enjoy!