Strawberries are a favorite fruit

Some facts for you about strawberries. Did you know—

1. Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen in the spring.
2. Strawberries (as well as many other fruits) are members of the rose family.
3. Strawberries are a symbol of perfection and righteousness and were carved into designs on medieval churches and cathedrals.
4. Strawberries are popular—they're in 94% of households in  the United States, and half of the country's children, ages 7 to 9, say strawberries are their favorite fruit.
5. The world's largest strawberry was the size of a large apple, weighing 8.17 ounces.
6. Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.  

(Source: LDS Living, May/June, p. 9) 

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