Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 784. Deer are protected because mythology suggests that a God, Takemikazuchi, arrived in Nara on a white deer to protect the newly built capital.
I noticed, carried on breathing and continued my hectic day - I would have commented earlier cos I love these things but haven't had a mo! Like to think there's a 20.12.2012 coming too! Axx
These are good dates to use wisely as they will never happen again!
ReplyDeleteI hadn't even noticed. I need to wake up!
ReplyDeleteThe next one is the 20th... 2012-2012!
ReplyDeleteI noticed, carried on breathing and continued my hectic day - I would have commented earlier cos I love these things but haven't had a mo! Like to think there's a 20.12.2012 coming too! Axx
ReplyDeleteGlad that Ron Ron pointed out we've got 20th 2012 (2012-2012) coming up... We'll make the most of it! xx
ReplyDelete... and we must all try to remember at twenty past twelve - 20.12 20/12 2012...
ReplyDeleteor perhaps it should be twelve minutes past eight 20.12?
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