New Year's Eve found me in the quiet of home and then a short walk to the lovely small shrine in front of my place, as well as the larger Aoba Jinja- where many people (locals all) went to offer their 5 yen pieces and prayers for the future. This civilized and respectful tradition seems a far cry from the days of my own yesteryear, fueled by alcohol and craziness (but accompanied by friends).
Well, the past is past, again, past, past.
And here is the new, the now,and today is the start of a new year, fueled as it is with new life and joy and expectation.
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| The night was quiet but alive with beauty and joy. |
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| Awaiting the call of the future, moving forwards. |
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| Mingei, Tradition, Handmade and Bought. |
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