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, June 26, 2011

Summer Time

Summer has arrived.  Kids are out of school, and grown up minds drift towards thoughts of vacation.  Heading to Oregon in late July.  We will be spending time on the coast.   Will use most of the time to just relax, and renew the relationship.  There will be plenty of opportunities to drop origami along the way.

One of our children has grown wings, and will be moving out-of-state.  Sad for us, but a good chance to start anew for him.  Times are tough now for almost everyone.  I know so many that are trying hard to make a go of it, but the times and circumstances keep knocking them down.  I try to leave dollar bill origami animals for others whenever possible.  My little stimulus package, one $ at a time. 
This individual has lost almost everything.  No arms, legs, or head.  Must be a man, only good for two dollars.

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