Photo by Mary Eccher
Photo by Mary Eccher
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Hard Boiled Or Over Easy?
Dyed, fried, beaten and eaten, the egg is a tasty treat and a delightful Easter decoration
INTRODUCTION April 1985 by Mary Eccher - page 1 of 4
Old Photos - Not to Scale
For centuries eggs have been the subject of legends and myths, respected as good luck charms, worshipped and used to tell fortunes. The early Phoenicians believed that the egg was formed in ancient waters, then split, with one half becoming heaven, the other earth. The Chinese thought that an egg dropped from heaven eventuall hatched Man. American indians were certain that mysterious waters produced a golden egg containing the Great Spirit who shattered the shell, emerging to create their world. Even today, Easter eggs are used to symbolize the new life that begins in the springtime of the year.
The custom of exchanging Easter eggs began in ancient times. The ancient Egytians and Persians often dyed eggs in spring colors and gave them to their friends as gifts. Today, this tradition is carried on in many countries of the world. In England, friends often write messages and dates on the eggs they exchange. In France, children are told that the Easter chimes bring their eggs. German children believe that the Easter rabbit hides the eggs they find in their gardens. On Easter Monday, the young people have an egg-rolling contest called Bierlesen. The winner gets a prize of 101 eggs! In Italy, eggs are placed at the center of the Easter table and the other foods are arranged around them. In Greece, people tap red eggs together as an Easter greeting when they meet .......... continued on next page
Whether you are preparing a miniature breakfast, mixing a cake, or getting ready for Easter, these eggs are easy and fun to make. Shown above left are an egg dying set, basket of eggs, bowl of eggs and carton of dyed eggs. Shown above right are scrambled eggs, eggs in a bowl, Easter bread, splattered egg and fried eggs.
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