Back on the tennis courts this morning and very happy to report my new shoes were a perfect fit...it was a good two hours but I notice how much hotter it is now..this is really May weather we are getting already!!
I then went to get Gracie and take her to her dental appointment..she had a root canal and was in the chair over two hours.....we brought the dogs and I took them for a long walk down to the Botanical gardens...the water level is way down!!
I then took them to this amazing overlook of the city with the Jacaranda trees in full bloom!!
Origins
The Jacaranda is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, as well as Mexico and Central America. The flowering tree also has been introduced to Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and parts of the United States. Particularly in Australia and America, the Jacaranda is a popular choice for public spaces; the trees are often found lining streets or adorning parks.
Amazonian Myth
According to an Amazon legend, a beautiful bird named Mitu landed atop a Jacarnda tree bringing with him a lovely woman. The woman, who was actually a priestess of the moon, descended from the tree and lived among the villagers, sharing with them her knowledge and ethics. Having fulfilled her mission, she returned back to the tree adorned in Jacaranda blooms and ascended to the heavens where she united with her soul mate, the son of the sun.
Lore for Students
Because the Jacaranda tree is associated with the Amazonian moon goddess who is known for her wisdom, the trees are often found planted on university campuses. In Australia, in particular, there are academic superstitions that have grown up around the tree. For example, a student is considered unlikely to do well on final exams if he hasn’t started studying for them by the time the Jacaranda trees are in bloom. But there are conflicting meanings for what it means when a Jacaranda bloom falls on a student’s head. One says it's good luck; another says it's bad luck unless the bloom is caught in the right hand.
Luck
Although they don’t have as storied a history, Jacaranda trees have a bit of legend in the United States as well. If a Jacaranda bloom falls on your head, it’s considered good luck. The blossoms of the Jacaranda also are associated with rebirth and the magic of spring.
They are so pretty!!
Gracie was glad to leave the dentist office she has a little discomfort and is going to stay home the rest of the day and take it easy!
I came home cooked a nice chicken dinner with enough for two more meals and then went to my English class..I am making up for missing on Monday!!
Only two students showed up and we just sat and talked about their lives, their dreams!!
Then did some writing of sentences one true and one false and we had to guess which....
Diane lives forty miles away in Delores Hidalgo and comes and goes from class on the bus....dedication!!!
Saul is in his last year of high school before he goes off to University to study engineering!!
Played more word games and before I know it is time to leave.....they are so good and I really enjoy being with them!!
Tonight a long hot shower tea and I think I might be able to find some Trader Joe ginger snaps to go with that tea 🍵!!
Yashi Kochi!!
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