One Thousand Cranes

An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted a wish by a crane, such as long life or recovery from illness or injury. The crane in Japan is one of the mystical or holy creatures , and is said to live for a thousand years. In Japan, it is commonly said that folding 1000 paper origami cranes makes a person's wish come true. This makes them popular gifts for special friends and family.

A paper crane can be given by folder, who is wishing happiness and prosperity upon the receiver. A crane can bring long life and good luck. Hanging a crane in one's home is thought to be a powerfully lucky and benevolent charm.

Feel free to post a note or picture where you found your crane.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

One Week

Seven days have passed.  One week.  A couple dozen cranes with inspirational messages have been left from San Diego to Oakland.  In airports, stores, coffee shops, restaurants.  These were left to bring a smile and joy into the lives of others.  Not one reply.  I know it makes this individual happy to release them into the care of others.  One can only hope they found a good resting place, and not the trash can.

A good friend lost his father this week.  They were not close.  But still sadness set in.  One can hold onto things that happened long ago.  The hurt never really heals.  We tuck it away, and try to remember only the good times.

Some good advice for all of us...

Life is too short for drama or petty things, so laugh hard, love truly
and forgive quickly. Live While You Are Alive. Forgive now those who made you
 cry. You might not get a second time.

But do share your joy with someone. Lost time can never be returned.

FoldingFool.

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