December 16, 2004
Herd
Sometimes, when Christmas shopping, one comes upon items that one finds most appealing, but does not dare to give -- like a zebra or two. A gift such as this cannot easily be tucked away in the back of a closet , like the tiki durmmer ( which came home to roost, as predicted). I just couldn't think of anyone on my list who could appreciate or accomodate a life sized zebra carving.
Maybe if I passed it off as a sacred object. Actually I just found a site , specializing in flower essences that sells a zebra liquid essence, about which is said:
" Zebra - Individuality. The zebra's distinctive stripes serve as a protective camouflage against predators, who are often unable to pick an individual out from the herd. For herd members, the stripe patterns, unique to each zebra, have the opposite effect of helping to identify individual zebras. This power animal thus helps us to both maintain our individuality in group settings and helps us to be supportive members of our communities. A third spiritual meaning for the stripes has to do with the integration of opposites, thus enabling us to see a deeper truth.
Recommended for:
* Those who fear losing their individuality in groups
* The ability to see beyond the apparent division of opposites
* Developing cooperation in community."
A small vial of essence would have been a nice companion gift with the zebra carving. A little zebra essense on the wrist, would definitely make you stand out in a crowd.
Instead of four foot carvings, maybe I'll just make a print of this photo as a gift, and include the zebra essence in the package.
For those of you who haven't finished your Christmas shopping, there are a variety of animal essences available; chimpanzee for playful times, lion for power lunches, elephant for days when one is retaining fluid . Only $12.99 each. Buy a few and smell like a zoo .
Posted by Dakota at December 16, 2004 06:55 AM
