Young Japanese dancer

There was a festival at a local temple and there were men sculpting in ice. It was amazing what they could do with a saw and some time. As the evening progressed, women dressed in traditional clothing appeared onstage and started dancing. It was mesmerizing! While I couldn’t understand the Japanese, it was easy to see the stories unfold with each dance. Then this very young girl came out to dance. I was enthralled with the pose and practice that she displayed on stage. What dedication she must have to preserving traditions. It made me think about what traditions I need to preserve. All in all, it was a fabulous evening!

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