Wow! Saturday came in like a rushing wind. Sheeze - time is flying nowadays. I can remember sitting in front of the Christmas tree, ripping open my present to find my very own Kindle. *tears* Yes, I actually cried when I got my Kindle last Christmas. Pathetic, I know... But it was my only present, and it was the present I really, really wanted. My husband and kids were very sneaky.
Well, October is here! The month of endless candy supplies in stores and at a discounted price! Whoo-hoo! Now... what to write about???
My1st day of Halloween:
I did a guest post a few months back about "Spirits". It's long, so I'll cut in into two. Can you tell I'm lazy? Hey, I just got up. It's 7:21am, and my coffee is still brewing. I'm surprised my brain is even firing to type this word, or this one, or this one. Ok, I'm beginning to irritate myself.
So anyway...here is part one of my "Spirit" Post.
I live in Hawaii, a place many call paradise, but paradise also has its dark side.
There are countless tales and legends of spirits here, and these are a few..
Let’s start with the Night Marchers. *echos in the background* The Night Marchers are a group of spirit warriors who march just after dark, or just before the sun rises. It is said that anyone who looks upon these marchers, or is seen by one… will DIE, unless you have kin that is marching. They're supposed to give warnings before they set off on their march. Some have heard drums, conch shells blowing, or have even seen torches. It is said that if you lie on the ground, face down, they won’t see you. Some say that this only helps if you’re naked. (I wonder who came up with that one?) I mean... seriously?
Then we have the tales of the little people called Menehunes. These mischievous little guys live in the forests and hidden valleys of the islands. They are referred to as island pixies or trolls, and range from 6 inches to two feet tall. (If I found one I could put it in my pocket. Awe! It could be my little pet. So cute. :)) They love to eat bananas and fish. Legend says that they are very strong and master craftsmen, and can build or craft mighty feats of engineering or construction overnight.
And lastly… I can't leave out our famous... Madame Pele, the volcano goddess. Witnesses have seen her near the volcano (on the Big Island of Hawaii), walking on the forest roads, and sometimes hitchhiking. She is said to be beautiful, with long, flowing, black hair, and has been seen wearing a crimson dress. This legend says that if she is seen with a white dog, this is a warning that an eruption is soon to follow.
Well... I think I need to get my coffee now, and start my day. It's 7:46am. Not too bad. And I finished my post for today! YAY ~ I'm not a liar!
Until Tuesday, then. I'll tell my haunted tales. Real ghost stories from my past. It'll be scary!
Ooooh...Coffee time!
