DNA ProjectOverview
There have been questions in each of the project surname's lineages about parallel lines of descent, with same or similar surnames, which could not be connected to a common ancestor. Questions were also asked about the origins of their surnames. Was each surname from the same geographical location, maybe a county or city in England, Scotland, or elsewhere? Were other similar surnames from the same origin? From a common ancestor? more...
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Scotch thistle (Onopordum acanthium) is the national emblem of Scotland. 
It is also considered a noxious weed in the western states of North America.
"Infestations of Scotch thistle reduce forage production and virtually prohibit land utilization for livestock. Dense stands of the large, spiny plants constitute a barrier to livestock movement, almost totally excluding animals from grazing and access to water (Hooper et al. 1970; Sindel 1991). "
Beltane is an ancient Gaelic holiday celebrated around May 1. "The lighting of bonfires on Oidhche Bhealtaine ('the eve of Bealtaine') on mountains and hills of ritual and political significance was one of the main activities of the festival." Several musicians (such as Arlene Faith and Lunasa) have recorded songs, inspired by the holiday.