Lilica trying on my UTEP cap
We had a very good weekend, despite the Sunday burning of river weeds from Takiyama, past our apartment complex, down to the Yoshii River. This happened in the morning, with a few days' warning, so we heading out for shopping during that time. When we returned home for lunch, the fires had almost subsided, but the ash from them was everywhere.
Apparently, this is the way the townspeople clear out all of the brush and weeds that grow along the rivers and streams. I was completely surprised by it when we first saw these fires a few weeks ago, while driving through the Mimasaka area of Yoshii River. It's an interesting way of renewal and natural fertilization, though it robs a day's chance to dry clothes on the line and air out futons. And the smoke is considerably dense and obtrusive along some major roads around here, too. But, we seem to be the only family not used to it. Live and learn, I suppose.
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