The beautiful sad story of the Children of Lir tells of three young children whose wicked stepmother casts a spell on them and turns them into birds. The symbol of triple birds has long been a favorite in celtic art, representing hope and love.
Hand of Fatima Hamsa Tattoo Design
The one design that bridges the gulf between Arabs and Jews, also known as the Hamsa, symbol of the healing power of the Goddess reaching out to heal and comfort.
Lyle Tuttle RIP
I'm being nostalgic, Facebook just tossed up this memory of an evening I spent with my old pal Lyle Tuttle, when I even got a photo of the little Borromean triangles / Valknut I once put on his forearm. I miss him.
Morrocan Good Luck Charm Tattoo Design
An ancient Moorish symbol supposed to bring good luck and ward off the evil eye. Used in the TV show M*A*S*H* on the "swamp" door, (the surgeons' quarters), and on the book covers of the works of William Summerset Maugham.
