Yesterday was Good Friday here and just as artisans create colourful sand mandalas during Dashain in Nepal, here they create rugs made of small wood chips. Artists begin the work Thursday evening, working through the night for completion on Good Friday morning.
In the photos below, you'll see the rug's bright colours and also the Catholic procession of the Crucifixion. This year Catholic attendance was down, because just recently the Cardinal arranged for the transfer of the local priest, which is a normal occurance.
However, many of the congregation liked the current priest and were angered at the change. There was a big fracas and with sticks and some stones (well schooled in conflict resolution they were), a group of Catholic protesters barred access to the church. So the church was closed for three weeks until the Cardinal came to facilitate the transfer. Some Catholics have become Protestant and some are staying well clear of the church.
Tomorrow I'll introduce you to a well known Hondurean author and his wife, a ballerina, with whom I spent time this evening.
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| Maya pattern |
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| painted wood chips |
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| it's a bird and no I don't take sugar |
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| the wood chips |
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| the procession |
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| favourite flower -- open this time |
I'm moving to a new room today, one with a view. Can't hardly turn around in this one.
Hasta mas tarde
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