History of the Tussie Mussie Tea Party Game
___Tussie-mussies were held close to the nose when ladies went into the streets to help block out the stench. ____It was thought that placing them on the bodies of the deceased, helped God to look favorably upon them. ____Aromatic herbs were strewn on the floor for pleasant fragrance and thought to protect from germs. ____Judges carried them into the courtroom to fight "bad air" and clear the mind. ____Ladies carried their tussie-mussie in a silver-filigree holder with an attached ring while they danced at balls. ____These were a traditional gift on a couple's anniversary. ____Admirers and suitors would give them as "floral language" to indicate their thoughts and feelings.
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