It is believed that from tomorrow the sun will face winter. The day begins to gradually decrease, and the heat arrives. After the Peter’s fast, the Peter’s feasts begin. On Makushka summer, it was customary to drive sleds on the edge of the forest, sing songs. On the holiday, they treat each other with eggs, boil them like on Easter and paint them yellow – a symbol of the sun. Such a gift and an accepted gift will fill the house with happiness, love and success.
At the Council of the 12 Apostles, it is customary to ask for forgiveness from everyone, to make peace with those who are offended. You cannot refuse alms and help when asked for it. You can’t swear and make a scandal, and you shouldn’t argue with others. Do not waste on alcoholic beverages and eat after completing the fast. There will be no health benefits. It is better to put off household chores for later, enjoy the summer, spend time communicating with relatives, visiting.
If you hear a cuckoo on this day, it will be hot until the end of July. If yellowish clouds appeared in the sky, it will soon rain. If there is a lot of dew in the morning, the day will be warm and clear.