Olga and I went back to Hampstead Heath yesterday, taking advantage of the sunny day. I learned that it is possible, when the weather is dry, for the dog to walk on the Heath without getting completely filthy. (Until she intentionally belly-flopped into a lingering mud puddle, that is, to cool off.)
We found this staff leaning against a tree, decked with ribbons and beads. It seemed to have been left over from someone's ritual -- something about worshipping Mother Earth and wishing for healing and thriving.
We left it untouched. I try to respect people's rituals, even when I don't participate. I wonder who left it behind and why?
Olga, on the other hand, found it all rather hilarious.
I love that staff and I love that photo of Olga laughing. In fact, I love that your dog's name is Olga.
ReplyDeleteArt. Desire. Prayer.
ReplyDeleteThat stick is all of those things.
And Olga puts it all in perspective.
great pictures! i can't wait till morning to see them.
ReplyDeletepictures of Olga is always a bonus!
HA! Olga really does look like she's laughing.
ReplyDeleteThat is one happy dog!
ReplyDeleteI love that staff! I would have been tempted to at least borrow it for a day... And that Olga laugh - warms the cockles of my heart :)
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