Cicely is not exactly a common name, and that may be one of the great understatements of the year. In fact, I have only met two other ladies named Cicely in all of my travels. The name is actually a derivative of Cecelia, the ancient Roman goddess of music and eventual alternative name of Muse, so it's a name steeped in history and lore. Thus, what follows is an homage to some of the other people, places, and things named Cicely:Cicely the Actress
Cicely Tyson (born December 19, 1933) is an awesome American actress. A successful stage actress, Tyson is also known for numerous appearances in film and television. She is particularly well known for her roll in the television series Roots. Her numerous movie credits include Fried Green Tomatoes, and Diary of a Mad Black Woman.
Cicely the Fictitious Town
Cicely, Alaska is the fictional setting of the television series Northern Exposure (1990-1995). The show was actually filmed in Roslyn, Washington. It received a total of 57 award nominations during its five-year run and won 27, including the 1992 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series, two additional Primetime Emmy Awards, four Creative Arts Emmy Awards, and two Golden Globes. I found the t-shirt pictured above on Zazzle.Cicely the Herb
Cicely or Sweet Cicely (Myrrhis odorata) is a perennial plant belonging to the family Apiaceae, native to Central Europe; it is the sole species in the genus Myrrhis. Its leaves are sometimes used as a herb, with a rather strong taste reminiscent of anise; it is used mainly in Germany and Scandinavia.
Cicely the Doctor
Dame Cicely Saunders (June 22, 1918–July 14, 2005) founded the modern hospice and started a worldwide movement to provide compassionate care for the dying. A nurse, social worker and doctor, she established new methods of pain control and a multi-faceted, holistic approach to care giving. This led to the development of a new medical specialty, palliative care, and the contemporary hospice.
Cicely the Social Scientist
Cicely Marston is a senior lecturer in social science at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
Cicely the Artist/Illustrator
Cicely Mary Barker (28 June 1895 – 16 February 1973) was an English illustrator best known for a series of fantasy illustrations depicting fairies and flowers. Her earliest professional work included greeting card and juvenile magazine illustrations, and her first book, Flower Fairies of the Spring, was published in 1923. Cicely the Irish Catering Company
